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 Re: Trolling Motor Shaft Length?
[Re: Txbassin]
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12/17/17 09:50 AM
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Bobby Milam
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Remember the new terrova also has the handle on the shaft which is going to take up some of the shaft length unless they accounted for that and the 45" is actually longer than 45". I'd measure the water line on the boat and go to Bass Pro and measure the shaft below the mount to see how much water the prop will be in.
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Re: Trolling Motor Shaft Length?
[Re: Txbassin]
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12/17/17 01:08 PM
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Now that I look into it closer the lift assist handle seems to be below the shaft depth stop.
So again thanks. I need to get off my lazy azz and just get on the water and do some measurements.
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Re: Trolling Motor Shaft Length?
[Re: Txbassin]
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12/19/17 05:08 AM
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The Cable Guard. Call them and they will get you fixed up for the trolling motor you have on your boat. Great products and Good people to work with. The one in the video below is for the Ulterra. https://precisionsonar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/cableguard.mp4
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Re: Trolling Motor Shaft Length?
[Re: Txbassin]
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12/19/17 05:42 PM
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JIM SR.
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Minnkota Terrova (manual assist) is adjustable..you can put 6" or 3 feet,..thats what I have and love it..
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Re: Trolling Motor Shaft Length?
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12/30/17 04:14 AM
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I have a Champion 184 SV. Have used both 42 inch MG and 45 inch shaft MK TM's for many years with little or no cavitation. 95+% of the time my old 45 inch Terrova and new Ultrex is setup with the shaft depth clamp 4-8 inches or more below the TM head.
Couple things to keep in mind - longer shaft TMs may stick up and get in the way when casting unless you drop it all the way down. This makes them more likely to hit bottom in shallow water or the tops of stumps, bushes, rocks, etc. Also - the head end of a longer shaft TM when folded down may stick out past the edge of boat's gunnel making it susceptible to damage from whacking docks, posts, trees, etc, This depends on the angle of the base on deck where it's mounted.
Unless you fish a lot in really strong wind in open water with big waves a 45 inch should be fine. I have to agree with Old Champ (if you roll cast). I fish a lot of lake with stumps so I like to have the head just low enough to not cavitate, but that leaves the head sticking up about 8-10" above the bracket posing problems with roll cast and hook sets. I have a MK with 45" shaft on a Nitro 898.
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Re: Trolling Motor Shaft Length?
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12/30/17 04:26 PM
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I could not find the cable guard on Precision Sonar's website. Maybe I'm just stuck on stupid.
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Re: Trolling Motor Shaft Length?
[Re: Txbassin]
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01/01/18 12:38 AM
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On the website click on order tab and go almost to the bottom of the page that opens.
Precision Sonar Cable Guard
$119.95
Fits Minn Kota Terrova, Ulterra, Ultrex and Motor Guide xi5. Fits 45" - 60" shaft. (72" shaft add $15) Easy to follow installation instructions included.
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Re: Trolling Motor Shaft Length?
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01/01/18 02:23 AM
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I could not find the cable guard on Precision Sonar's website. Maybe I'm just stuck on stupid. Click on link and scroll to the the very bottom then scroll up one image on left side you will see the video and description for the Cable Gaurd. https://precisionsonar.com/products/
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Re: Trolling Motor Shaft Length?
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02/03/18 03:16 PM
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I am doing a follow up post just to mention that David at Shut Up and Fish is a great guy to work with.
I purchased the 60 Terrova and Liftsaver Plus from him. Everything I ordered came in fast and undamaged. I had the shaft shortened by a authorized dealer and I am very pleased.
Thanks David for your help and honesty.
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Re: Trolling Motor Shaft Length?
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02/03/18 07:33 PM
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I am doing a follow up post just to mention that David at Shut Up and Fish is a great guy to work with.
I purchased the 60 Terrova and Liftsaver Plus from him. Everything I ordered came in fast and undamaged. I had the shaft shortened by a authorized dealer and I am very pleased.
Thanks David for your help and honesty.
It was a pleasure assisting you. Thank you for shopping shut-up-and-fish.
www.shut-up-and-fish.comFrom *Sales, *Installation Services, and *On the shop floor Education & Instructional Tips We have you covered here @ shut-up-and-fish for all of your Humminbird, Lowrance, Garmin, Minn Kota & Motorguide needs plus much more - Call Now 972 822 9285
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