Kicker install on 24 Thompson HT I/0

[SmilinEd]

I looking to install/outfit a kicker on my 24ft Thompson I/O.

Here is what I'm looking to do. My Dad has a 28hp merc 4 stroke non tiller electric start long shaft on a 15ft trihull. Motor is a 1998 with less than a 100hrs on it, motor weights around 100lbs. Boat,motor and trailer for 1k.

The motor some will say is more than needed but for the price i can live with it.

I need advice with the best set-up for steering and throttle control for the kicker.

Looking at Trollmaster for the throttle control but will have to call them to ask if their unit will work on this outboard, servo connection to throttle body.

Panther has the steering unit that might do the job in combination with Trollmaster throttle control. If I can stay with cables tied into steering wheel that would be the route that I would obviously take

There are several mounting brackets available. But if anyone has a favorite.
Not going with a hydraulic, just manual with a strong spring to help with the lift.

Any direction and advice would be appreciated...!


Thanks


Ed