Trolling Motors

flachristopherkeene9 · 10-25-05, 08:06 PM

What brand, extras, etc. do you guys recommend for trolling motors. And how much thrust to push a 20 foot walkaround.

Chris

10-25-05, 10:49 PM

Do you want a transom mount or bow mount? 12V or 24V? Minn Kota makes a 35 to 55 lb thrust 12v... Be more specific on type and size of boat. There are alot of types and sizes out there to choose from.

flachristopherkeene9 · 10-26-05, 12:41 PM

Would probably need a transom mount due to the fact the bow is probably a good 3 feet above the surface of the water. And also I asked this question becuase I don't know what I might need or whats out there. So I don't know what more info to give you.

Chris

Rebbasser · 10-28-05, 09:32 AM

Chris-how much does the boat weigh? That is a major factor determining what size TM to use.

flachristopherkeene9 · 10-28-05, 04:11 PM

I believe around 1500lbs. to a ton.
I'll find out and post here in a minute.

Chris

flachristopherkeene9 · 10-28-05, 10:06 PM

missed big around 1 1/2 ton.

Chris

Rebbasser · 10-28-05, 10:09 PM

Mine is in ththe 2000-2200 lb range, and I use a 71 lb thrust tm. It came with a 43 lb thrust that just wasn't powerful enough when fishing a wind. I wouldn't go with less than 70 lbs for a boat that heavy.

flachristopherkeene9 · 10-28-05, 11:10 PM

Are there any particular brands that are better than others??

Chris

ddc_5114 · 10-28-05, 11:44 PM

I've used motor guide on my last two boats..havn't had any major problems.
I've heard many anglers swear by motor guide and some for minn-kota but I think it's the classic chevy vs. ford argument. If your buying new buy from a dealer that can take care of any warranty work(especially if you ever plan to use it in salt water). While you may have to pay for professional installation remember it is just that. Any reputable dealer will stand behind their work and their product.

Rebbasser · 10-29-05, 09:37 PM

Yep-mine is Motorguide, but it Ford vs Chevy is a good analogy.

zooker · 10-30-05, 07:48 AM

my lil boat came wih a minn kota which burned up on the first useage.-it caught fire- the boat dealer tech was running it during there shake down /break in cruise. he replaced it with a moter guide a 46 pounder which was alright till i broke it-doh!- i replaced it with the 5200 proseries with the #25 gator break away mount. my lil boat barly weighs 800 pounds with out the 50 horse yammy.

one more thing bow mounted tm user's i have broke a pull rope a couple of times in the last 4 years. so heads up on saving you some major $$$ the replacement rope and handle cost like $19. you can remove the end cap on the handle and buy a lenth of pull string rope at your local lawn mower shop. ok so it is white but last longer and i think i paid $6 for 9 feet..

zooker

Rebbasser · 10-30-05, 03:26 PM

You can do better than that. Just get some white nylon cord the same diamatar as the TM rope-20' for $3 or so will last a long time-just pop the cap of the handle and replace the rope.

ddc_5114 · 10-30-05, 10:42 PM

actually,
alot of the guys in my bass club replaced their nylon ropes w/steel cable....
dont know the cost effectiveness but i gotta assume it would last forever!!!

pig n jig · 11-06-05, 09:31 PM

I got a Motorguide and a Minnkota, bothe 56 lb thrust for a 14 ft. aluminum boat.I haven't had a problem with either brand, I use the Minnkota because it is quieter than my motorguide, but not by much. People usually swear by or swear at one brand name or another, I think they are all pretty good.

P N J

bassintom · 11-09-05, 11:09 AM

a minn kota maxxum74 with a kipawa prop,,,good to go anywhere.

BassQualifier · 11-09-05, 01:46 PM

I've had many minn kotas and they are some tuff pups that always work. However, my new rig has the new digital Motorguide and I have to say it's pretty nice. The only problem I have had to date is a loose cable that just needed a bolt retightened in 2 seconds. I think the biggest difference between minn kota and motorguide is the mounts. I definitely like the motorguide gator mount much better than the bulky MK mount. It is much more aesthetically pleasing and much more low profile.

fishin_dude · 11-09-05, 08:09 PM

Here in Tennessee you will not see very many Minn Kotas, we all use Motorguides for a reason, they last!

bass kicker · 11-15-05, 08:37 PM

i like minn kota because of the life time warrenty on the shaft if you break it they replace it

bass kicker · 11-15-05, 08:40 PM

i prefer minn kota because of the life time warrenty on the shaft

KH. · 11-15-05, 10:47 PM

either minn kota or motorguide, no other prop other than kipawa

bassnman30 · 11-29-05, 03:12 PM

I run a Motor Guide 71 lb thrust 24 volts with a break away shaft. No problems,no worries. With an 18' boat that thing will scoot.

bass kicker · 01-03-06, 11:43 PM

mt dad is thinking of buying a motor guide for or 16 6 boat

Bender · 01-04-06, 12:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pig n jig

I got a Motorguide and a Minnkota, bothe 56 lb thrust for a 14 ft. aluminum boat.

That thing must really move. I have MKs on my little 11' and my 16' aluminum boats. Both are about #30lbs. For the 16' I think it is too small. Anyway the only problem I have had has been with both of them and that is the pedal. One with the stiffness and the other with the wiring and the "go" button not working all the time which is frustrating when you are drifting into shore quickly.

Tucson · 04-23-06, 04:12 PM

I contacted Minnkota and they told me the basic rule was 2 pounds of thrust for every 100 lbs of boat - including the people on board, fuel, gear etc. For your app I would suggest a 24volt system.

bassintom · 04-23-06, 09:42 PM

you can get a longer shaft..i have a 62" shaft on my maxxum.

10-25-05, 08:06 PM	#1
flachristopherkeene9 BassFishin.Com Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 516	Trolling Motors What brand, extras, etc. do you guys recommend for trolling motors. And how much thrust to push a 20 foot walkaround. Chris

10-28-05, 09:32 AM	#4
Rebbasser BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 10,141	Chris-how much does the boat weigh? That is a major factor determining what size TM to use. __________________ It's happened to the best of them: John 21:3

10-28-05, 10:09 PM	#7
Rebbasser BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 10,141	Mine is in ththe 2000-2200 lb range, and I use a 71 lb thrust tm. It came with a 43 lb thrust that just wasn't powerful enough when fishing a wind. I wouldn't go with less than 70 lbs for a boat that heavy. __________________ It's happened to the best of them: John 21:3

10-29-05, 09:37 PM	#10
Rebbasser BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 10,141	Yep-mine is Motorguide, but it Ford vs Chevy is a good analogy. __________________ It's happened to the best of them: John 21:3

10-30-05, 07:48 AM	#11
zooker BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: denton nc Posts: 13,441	my lil boat came wih a minn kota which burned up on the first useage.-it caught fire- the boat dealer tech was running it during there shake down /break in cruise. he replaced it with a moter guide a 46 pounder which was alright till i broke it-doh!- i replaced it with the 5200 proseries with the #25 gator break away mount. my lil boat barly weighs 800 pounds with out the 50 horse yammy. one more thing bow mounted tm user's i have broke a pull rope a couple of times in the last 4 years. so heads up on saving you some major $$$ the replacement rope and handle cost like $19. you can remove the end cap on the handle and buy a lenth of pull string rope at your local lawn mower shop. ok so it is white but last longer and i think i paid $6 for 9 feet.. zooker __________________ the godfather.. aml in remission since 7-20-09

10-25-05, 10:49 PM	#2
Unregistered Guest Posts: n/a	Do you want a transom mount or bow mount? 12V or 24V? Minn Kota makes a 35 to 55 lb thrust 12v... Be more specific on type and size of boat. There are alot of types and sizes out there to choose from.

10-26-05, 12:41 PM	#3
flachristopherkeene9 BassFishin.Com Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 516	Would probably need a transom mount due to the fact the bow is probably a good 3 feet above the surface of the water. And also I asked this question becuase I don't know what I might need or whats out there. So I don't know what more info to give you. Chris

10-28-05, 04:11 PM	#5
flachristopherkeene9 BassFishin.Com Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 516	I believe around 1500lbs. to a ton. I'll find out and post here in a minute. Chris

10-28-05, 10:06 PM	#6
flachristopherkeene9 BassFishin.Com Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 516	missed big around 1 1/2 ton. Chris

10-28-05, 11:10 PM	#8
flachristopherkeene9 BassFishin.Com Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 516	Are there any particular brands that are better than others?? Chris

10-28-05, 11:44 PM	#9
ddc_5114 BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: san antonio, tx Posts: 30	I've used motor guide on my last two boats..havn't had any major problems. I've heard many anglers swear by motor guide and some for minn-kota but I think it's the classic chevy vs. ford argument. If your buying new buy from a dealer that can take care of any warranty work(especially if you ever plan to use it in salt water). While you may have to pay for professional installation remember it is just that. Any reputable dealer will stand behind their work and their product.

10-30-05, 03:26 PM	#12
Rebbasser BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 10,141	You can do better than that. Just get some white nylon cord the same diamatar as the TM rope-20' for $3 or so will last a long time-just pop the cap of the handle and replace the rope. __________________ It's happened to the best of them: John 21:3

10-30-05, 10:42 PM	#13
ddc_5114 BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: san antonio, tx Posts: 30	actually, alot of the guys in my bass club replaced their nylon ropes w/steel cable.... dont know the cost effectiveness but i gotta assume it would last forever!!!

11-06-05, 09:31 PM	#14
pig n jig BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Avoca, NY Posts: 3,508	I got a Motorguide and a Minnkota, bothe 56 lb thrust for a 14 ft. aluminum boat.I haven't had a problem with either brand, I use the Minnkota because it is quieter than my motorguide, but not by much. People usually swear by or swear at one brand name or another, I think they are all pretty good. P N J

11-09-05, 11:09 AM	#15
bassintom BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: washington(northwest) N.J. Posts: 3,958	a minn kota maxxum74 with a kipawa prop,,,good to go anywhere.

11-09-05, 01:46 PM	#16
BassQualifier BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 55	I've had many minn kotas and they are some tuff pups that always work. However, my new rig has the new digital Motorguide and I have to say it's pretty nice. The only problem I have had to date is a loose cable that just needed a bolt retightened in 2 seconds. I think the biggest difference between minn kota and motorguide is the mounts. I definitely like the motorguide gator mount much better than the bulky MK mount. It is much more aesthetically pleasing and much more low profile.

11-09-05, 08:09 PM	#17
fishin_dude BassFishin.Com Active Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 282	Here in Tennessee you will not see very many Minn Kotas, we all use Motorguides for a reason, they last! __________________ Limb Bream / Wood Bass: The art of catching under water tree limbs and logs. Hard to clean, Have to boil a long time, Don't taste good.

11-15-05, 08:37 PM	#18
bass kicker BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Beamsville,ONTARIO,CANADA Posts: 2,023	i like minn kota because of the life time warrenty on the shaft if you break it they replace it __________________ Rob Downs St. Catharines BASSMASTERS

11-15-05, 08:40 PM	#19
bass kicker BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Beamsville,ONTARIO,CANADA Posts: 2,023	i prefer minn kota because of the life time warrenty on the shaft __________________ Rob Downs St. Catharines BASSMASTERS

11-15-05, 10:47 PM	#20
KH. BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 1,316	either minn kota or motorguide, no other prop other than kipawa __________________ and god said let there be bass, and there was bass

11-29-05, 03:12 PM	#21
bassnman30 BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Lexington,NC-Worlds best BBQ. Posts: 1,945	I run a Motor Guide 71 lb thrust 24 volts with a break away shaft. No problems,no worries. With an 18' boat that thing will scoot. __________________ Lexington,NC.

01-03-06, 11:43 PM	#22
bass kicker BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Beamsville,ONTARIO,CANADA Posts: 2,023	mt dad is thinking of buying a motor guide for or 16 6 boat __________________ Rob Downs St. Catharines BASSMASTERS

04-23-06, 04:12 PM	#24
Tucson BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 4	I contacted Minnkota and they told me the basic rule was 2 pounds of thrust for every 100 lbs of boat - including the people on board, fuel, gear etc. For your app I would suggest a 24volt system.

04-23-06, 09:42 PM	#25
bassintom BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: washington(northwest) N.J. Posts: 3,958	you can get a longer shaft..i have a 62" shaft on my maxxum. __________________ A man's gotta believe in something...I believe I'll go fishing.

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