Trolling motor power

"bleve" wrote in message
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Hello all,

I have a Skeeter ZX225 which is a 20ft boat. I purchased this boat used
and it had an older 67lb Motorguide on it. This motor will not move the
boat in windy conditions.

I want to stay with Motorguide so I don't have to drill new holes for the
mount. From talking to a salesperson, they tell me the 82lb pro series
should be good enough to move my boat around. The question is, will I be
happy with this, Or should I go 36 volts to the 109lb version?

-Bennett

The 82 pound motor should work, but I've been running the 109 lb./36 volt
version and it's a beast! If that motor won't hold, you have no business
being on the water.
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com

I think the 109 is the way to go - just saw one sell on Ebay for $750 new in
the box.

Warren

"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message
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"bleve" wrote in message
...
Hello all,

I have a Skeeter ZX225 which is a 20ft boat. I purchased this boat used
and it had an older 67lb Motorguide on it. This motor will not move the
boat in windy conditions.

I want to stay with Motorguide so I don't have to drill new holes for the
mount. From talking to a salesperson, they tell me the 82lb pro series
should be good enough to move my boat around. The question is, will I be
happy with this, Or should I go 36 volts to the 109lb version?

-Bennett

The 82 pound motor should work, but I've been running the 109 lb./36 volt
version and it's a beast! If that motor won't hold, you have no business
being on the water.
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com

"WARREN WOLK" wrote in message
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I think the 109 is the way to go - just saw one sell on Ebay for $750 new
in the box.

You will notice that I didn't give a glowing recommendation on the 82 pound
motor, I simply said it "should" work.

You know me Warren, "More horsepower, arh arh, ARH!!!"
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com

WARREN WOLK wrote:
I think the 109 is the way to go - just saw one sell on Ebay for $750 new in
the box.

Warren

This is all good information. I will not buy another motor on ebay.
Just purchased a 82lb digital steer on ebay from the same person that
sells most of the motors on there and it had issues out of the box. The
seller stated a warranty of 90 days, but when I took it to the repair
shop the laughed and said that it did not come with a Motorguide
warranty. So I sent it back to the seller and looking to buy something
new.

The 82lb that was shipped to me from the ebay seller had less power than
my 67lb. I was told by the repair shop that it had at least one bad
board that they knew of that was causing it to not get full power. Also
the motor was a 2002 model being sold as new. Another problem was the
constant-on did not work. So I really did not get to experience how an
82lb would feel.



"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message
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"bleve" wrote in message
...
Hello all,

I have a Skeeter ZX225 which is a 20ft boat. I purchased this boat used
and it had an older 67lb Motorguide on it. This motor will not move the
boat in windy conditions.

I want to stay with Motorguide so I don't have to drill new holes for the
mount. From talking to a salesperson, they tell me the 82lb pro series
should be good enough to move my boat around. The question is, will I be
happy with this, Or should I go 36 volts to the 109lb version?

-Bennett
The 82 pound motor should work, but I've been running the 109 lb./36 volt
version and it's a beast! If that motor won't hold, you have no business
being on the water.
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com

"bleve" wrote in message
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WARREN WOLK wrote:
I think the 109 is the way to go - just saw one sell on Ebay for $750 new
in the box.

Warren

This is all good information. I will not buy another motor on ebay. Just
purchased a 82lb digital steer on ebay from the same person that sells
most of the motors on there and it had issues out of the box. The seller
stated a warranty of 90 days, but when I took it to the repair shop the
laughed and said that it did not come with a Motorguide warranty. So I
sent it back to the seller and looking to buy something new.

The 82lb that was shipped to me from the ebay seller had less power than
my 67lb. I was told by the repair shop that it had at least one bad board
that they knew of that was causing it to not get full power. Also the
motor was a 2002 model being sold as new. Another problem was the
constant-on did not work. So I really did not get to experience how an
82lb would feel.



Ebay is a mixed bag. I have had mostly good luck, but I always ask specific
questions of sellers and if they do not answer my exact question fully I
don't buy from them. That being said. The Trolling Motor Doctor has a rock
solid reputation. http://www.trollingmotordoctor.com Their prices will be
comparable to or better than Bass Pro Shops, and if you want to gamble on a
rebuilt motor they may have some available also, but theirs will go out the
door fully functional and they would never sell you a rebuilt claiming its
new. They are also a full parts stocking warranty center.


--
Bob La Londe
Fishing Arizona & The Colorado River
Fishing Forums & Contests
http://www.YumaBassMan.com



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On Wed, 27 Dec 2006 22:26:05 -0500, bleve wrote:

This is all good information. I will not buy another motor on ebay.
Just purchased a 82lb digital steer on ebay from the same person that
sells most of the motors on there and it had issues out of the box. The
seller stated a warranty of 90 days, but when I took it to the repair
shop the laughed and said that it did not come with a Motorguide
warranty. So I sent it back to the seller and looking to buy something
new.

The 82lb that was shipped to me from the ebay seller had less power than
my 67lb. I was told by the repair shop that it had at least one bad
board that they knew of that was causing it to not get full power. Also
the motor was a 2002 model being sold as new. Another problem was the
constant-on did not work. So I really did not get to experience how an
82lb would feel.

You should post the name of the ebay seller to allow others to avoid
the same problems you encountered!

Dan

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1996 HD Sportster 1200S. N9JBF. Bass fishing Aficionado!
www.outdoorfrontiers.com www.SecretWeaponLures.com
A proud charter member of "PETAF", People for Eating Tasty Animals and Fish!!!

Dan, danl, Redbeard uh Greybeard now wrote:
On Wed, 27 Dec 2006 22:26:05 -0500, bleve wrote:
This is all good information. I will not buy another motor on ebay.
Just purchased a 82lb digital steer on ebay from the same person that
sells most of the motors on there and it had issues out of the box. The
seller stated a warranty of 90 days, but when I took it to the repair
shop the laughed and said that it did not come with a Motorguide
warranty. So I sent it back to the seller and looking to buy something
new.

The 82lb that was shipped to me from the ebay seller had less power than
my 67lb. I was told by the repair shop that it had at least one bad
board that they knew of that was causing it to not get full power. Also
the motor was a 2002 model being sold as new. Another problem was the
constant-on did not work. So I really did not get to experience how an
82lb would feel.

You should post the name of the ebay seller to allow others to avoid
the same problems you encountered!

Dan,

Well if they make good and give me my money back, I don't want to slam
them too bad. I will post it, but will wait to see if they honor giving
me my money back.

-Bennett

Dan

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1996 HD Sportster 1200S. N9JBF. Bass fishing Aficionado!
www.outdoorfrontiers.com www.SecretWeaponLures.com
A proud charter member of "PETAF", People for Eating Tasty Animals and Fish!!!

bleve wrote:
Hello all,

I have a Skeeter ZX225 which is a 20ft boat. I purchased this boat used
and it had an older 67lb Motorguide on it. This motor will not move the
boat in windy conditions.

I want to stay with Motorguide so I don't have to drill new holes for
the mount. From talking to a salesperson, they tell me the 82lb pro
series should be good enough to move my boat around. The question is,
will I be happy with this, Or should I go 36 volts to the 109lb version?

-Bennett

Fished today with a guide on Lake Oconee here in Georgia - he has a 21
foot Triton with a 225 Merc on it. His trolling motor is an 82 pound
thrust Tour Edition Motor Guide. I asked him if he ever felt like he
needed a bigger trolling motor and he said no. He guides many days each
year and spends lots of time on the water.

Al Bassett is the guide and he also fishes some tournament trails. This
fall he spent a week long trip on Okeechobee practicing and fishing a
tournament. He said the 82 was fine on all the trips he has made there,
too.

Ronnie

http://fishing.about.com

Ronnie wrote:
bleve wrote:
Hello all,

I have a Skeeter ZX225 which is a 20ft boat. I purchased this boat used
and it had an older 67lb Motorguide on it. This motor will not move the
boat in windy conditions.

I want to stay with Motorguide so I don't have to drill new holes for
the mount. From talking to a salesperson, they tell me the 82lb pro
series should be good enough to move my boat around. The question is,
will I be happy with this, Or should I go 36 volts to the 109lb version?

-Bennett

Fished today with a guide on Lake Oconee here in Georgia - he has a 21
foot Triton with a 225 Merc on it. His trolling motor is an 82 pound
thrust Tour Edition Motor Guide. I asked him if he ever felt like he
needed a bigger trolling motor and he said no. He guides many days each
year and spends lots of time on the water.

Al Bassett is the guide and he also fishes some tournament trails. This
fall he spent a week long trip on Okeechobee practicing and fishing a
tournament. He said the 82 was fine on all the trips he has made there,
too.

Thanks Ronnie. This and the information from those that have the 109s
is very helpful. I as well have a fishing buddy that has a 20ft Basscat
with an 82lb tour, and he thinks it is a good fit as well. At this
point, I am still on the fence. If I do go with a 109, I like the idea
of using just 3 group 31 batteries as Bob suggested.

Once again, thanks for the great testimonial from the guide.


-Bennett
Ronnie

http://fishing.about.com

82 is fine, until you have to fish in a strong wind and/or current. Most
guides stay out of that situation trying to keep thier clients comfortable
(Huber is famous for this ;-). I've been in several situations where my 109
was barely enough to keep me stationary.

Warren

http://www.warrenwolk.com




"bleve" wrote in message
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Ronnie wrote:
bleve wrote:
Hello all,

I have a Skeeter ZX225 which is a 20ft boat. I purchased this boat used
and it had an older 67lb Motorguide on it. This motor will not move the
boat in windy conditions.

I want to stay with Motorguide so I don't have to drill new holes for
the mount. From talking to a salesperson, they tell me the 82lb pro
series should be good enough to move my boat around. The question is,
will I be happy with this, Or should I go 36 volts to the 109lb version?

-Bennett

Fished today with a guide on Lake Oconee here in Georgia - he has a 21
foot Triton with a 225 Merc on it. His trolling motor is an 82 pound
thrust Tour Edition Motor Guide. I asked him if he ever felt like he
needed a bigger trolling motor and he said no. He guides many days each
year and spends lots of time on the water.

Al Bassett is the guide and he also fishes some tournament trails. This
fall he spent a week long trip on Okeechobee practicing and fishing a
tournament. He said the 82 was fine on all the trips he has made there,
too.

Thanks Ronnie. This and the information from those that have the 109s is
very helpful. I as well have a fishing buddy that has a 20ft Basscat with
an 82lb tour, and he thinks it is a good fit as well. At this point, I am
still on the fence. If I do go with a 109, I like the idea of using just
3 group 31 batteries as Bob suggested.

Once again, thanks for the great testimonial from the guide.


-Bennett
Ronnie

http://fishing.about.com