Posted By: Le Royal Catfish
Help Me Select an Outboard Motor Please - 03/20/17 05:38 PM
I've got a 12ft v-hull aluminum boat that I like to go fishing in. The only motor I've got right now is a Minn Kota 55lb thrust trolling motor. It gets the job done for now. I typically have to drive to the general location I want to fish and then set her in. I want to get an outboard motor, obviously so I can move to further spots on the lake, etc. (I also like to take my daughters out on the boat from time to time, and putzing around with a trolling motor is only so fun after a little bit.) I want to be able to get on plane with the boat... Am I right in thinking a 9.9hp outboard is the way to go with my boat? How should I determine whether I need a 15" vs a 20" shaft length?