T & L Products TROL-A-MATIC Automatic Trolling Plate for Outboard Motors

T & L Products

<h3>Michigan-Made Marine Innovation Since 1970</h3><p>Few names carry as much weight among Great Lakes anglers as <strong>T &amp; L Products</strong>. Founded in 1970 near Reese, Michigan, the company got its start with a single, game-changing invention: the Trol-A-Matic trolling plate. Designed to solve one of fishing's most persistent challenges — slowing a powerful outboard motor down to a precise, fish-catching crawl — the Trol-A-Matic quickly became a staple on salmon and walleye boats across the Midwest and beyond.</p><p>As the Great Lakes fisheries flourished through the 1970s and 1980s, T &amp; L grew alongside the anglers who depended on their gear, expanding its lineup to include rod holders, electronic mounts, and other boat accessories purpose-built for serious freshwater fishing. The brand changed hands in 2011 when Jeff Harrington, a dedicated fisherman himself, acquired the company and has continued to operate it out of Reese, MI — keeping the same commitment to quality and affordability that defined T &amp; L from day one.</p><h3>The Trol-A-Matic: A Legacy in Trolling Plates</h3><p>T &amp; L Products built its reputation on the <a href="/13425-t-l-products-hydrofoils-trolling-plates-200563">Trol-A-Matic Hydrofoil &amp; Trolling Plate</a> — a fully automatic device that mounts to most outboard or inboard/outboard motors rated at 50 hp and up. The plate works by reducing thrust when deployed, allowing anglers to troll at ultra-slow speeds that would otherwise be impossible on modern four-stroke engines. What sets the Trol-A-Matic apart from manual alternatives is its self-regulating design: as the throttle opens and boat speed increases, the plate automatically swings up out of the way, requiring zero input from the operator. Constructed from fiberglass-filled nylon with stainless steel hardware, it resists rust and corrosion in the harshest marine environments.</p><p>For anglers chasing walleye, salmon, or lake trout where precise trolling speed is everything, this kind of reliability isn't just convenient — it's a competitive edge. The Trol-A-Matic installs with just four quarter-inch holes and no special tools, making it one of the most accessible performance upgrades available for outboard-powered fishing boats.</p><h3>Trolling Motor Parts &amp; Accessories</h3><p>Beyond its flagship trolling plate, T &amp; L Products also offers <a href="/201111-trolling-motor-parts-accessories-t-l-products-13425">Trolling Motor Parts &amp; Accessories</a> to help anglers keep their setups running at peak performance. The brand's focused, no-frills approach means every product is engineered with the working angler in mind — practical, durable, and built to last season after season on the water.</p><h3>Why Anglers Choose T &amp; L Products</h3><ul style="list-style:disc"><li>American-made marine accessories crafted in Reese, Michigan</li><li>Fully automatic Trol-A-Matic design with no manual adjustments needed underway</li><li>Fiberglass-filled nylon construction resists rust and corrosion</li><li>Compatible with most outboard and inboard/outboard motors 50 hp and up</li><li>Simple, drill-and-mount installation with included stainless steel hardware</li><li>Trusted by Great Lakes anglers for over five decades</li></ul>