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Motor guide xi5 #11800309 08/27/16 10:12 PM
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Just bought it from Wylie crappieman gonna install it in the morning on my boat any tips or things I should know ? Super excited to get on some brush piles and not worry about staying on the hot foot.

Re: Motor guide xi5 [Re: redneck74z71] #11800389 08/27/16 11:31 PM
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There is a quick reference guide that you want to keep on the boat. Other than that the motor is bad to the bone. It has made me a legend in my mind.

Re: Motor guide xi5 [Re: redneck74z71] #11800702 08/28/16 03:29 AM
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Heck yea. Gonna mount it in the morning and tear them crappie up.

Re: Motor guide xi5 [Re: redneck74z71] #11800722 08/28/16 03:38 AM
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All owners of spotlock trolling motors should install a panic stop switch in case someone gets their line caught in the trolling motor. (They will)
I bought mine at Grainger Supply for $35.00. Just step on the switch and the motor will stop.




This handle will really help when stowing or launching the Xi5.




I bought mine from:


http://www.bikewagon.com/part/stems/lefty-stems

You will love this motor.


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Re: Motor guide xi5 [Re: redneck74z71] #11801038 08/28/16 02:48 PM
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I have the Xi5 Motors in stock so if anyone is in the need/want simply get with me and I will get ya taken care of. Installation is also available if needed....


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Re: Motor guide xi5 [Re: redneck74z71] #11801087 08/28/16 03:22 PM
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I really like that handle! thumb

Re: Motor guide xi5 [Re: redneck74z71] #11801088 08/28/16 03:23 PM
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Hey David - how's that new store front working out for you?

Re: Motor guide xi5 [Re: DFW-fisherman] #11801323 08/28/16 07:20 PM
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Originally Posted By: DFW-fisherman
Hey David - how's that new store front working out for you?


Working out well my friend....More of a shop than a store front. I will have units on display so customers can stop by and put their hands on the units and get a better understanding as to what they want. Shop is for installs mainly and it houses my boat which I will be using for my educational trips on Grapevine and Lewisville which I am going to be introducing very soon.

Working on getting the sign permitted and completed. Hope to have it done soon minus the .com part of the logo.






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Re: Motor guide xi5 [Re: redneck74z71] #11802105 08/29/16 11:26 AM
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Sounds great - good luck David!

Sorry - did not mean to hi-jack your thread. scared

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Re: Motor guide xi5 [Re: redneck74z71] #11802154 08/29/16 12:13 PM
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Hey Redneck - congrats on the Xi5. If you have any issues with the mounting or if it is hitting your trailer, shoot me a pm or visit my website at www.liftsavertmmount.com and I can help you out.

Did you link it to a Lowrance FF? That works really well and I love this option on my boat.

Enjoy and go easy on all them crappie that you will now b parked over.


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Re: Motor guide xi5 [Re: BlueNitro] #11805625 08/31/16 08:07 AM
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My Xi5 sits higher than my previous Fortrex. You might need a taller nav light. I just got the attwood 5091-14-1. It is listed at 14" but actually measures about 17" and is visible over my Xi5.

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Originally Posted By: PII
My Xi5 sits higher than my previous Fortrex. You might need a taller nav light. I just got the attwood 5091-14-1. It is listed at 14" but actually measures about 17" and is visible over my Xi5.


That is a great idea to avoid a safety concern or possible ticket. I will have to order one today. Thank you for letting us all know.


LiftSaver Trolling Motor Mounting Bracket - Patent Pending and LiftSaver Transducer Pole Mount
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