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Author:
Reel Time21
Date:
Feb 19, 2010
Subject:
Trolling Motor Help
Message:
I have an 18 foot cobia center console and I'm looking to put a bow mount trolling motor on it. I have looked at both minn kota and motorguide and have narrowed it down to a minn kota. However, the boat weighs around 2500# and i am not sure how much thrust I will need. If anyone has any suggestions that would be much appreciated!
Author:
SeaDog1
Date:
Feb 19, 2010
Message:
Hi Reel Time 21!
As a professional mariner I always work from "Worst Case Senario" down! -> That is -> Will I need the bow unit as an auxiliary "Get Home" source of propulsion.
Also check to see which brand has the least number of breakdowns, and availability of replacement parts and service.
On "BIG WATER" -> I'd go with the highest thrust unit for your boats weight.
That may mean adding sufficient batteries to power the unit for "X" amount of time.
This suggestion is really a Safety and Life Saving matter.
REMEMBER -> "When on the water, "MURPHY'S LAW WILL PREVAIL :!: "
Best regards,
SeaDog1
Author:
slimecoat
Date:
Feb 19, 2010
Message:
Are you going to use it in salt as well as fresh water? If so, get a saltwater model they are made with special coatings and alloys so they don't rust out. You should definately stay away from the 12 volt models and go with something stronger, at least a 24 volt 80 lbs of thrust minimum. If you have the cash a 36 volt 101 lb thrust will do everything you want it to.
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