Posted By: ShinerInTx
Trolling motor for Pontoon - 11/28/16 08:27 PM
I recently bought a lightly used 21' Lowe fishing pontoon boat. I would like to hear from others with pontoons and what they opted for on #thrust for a trolling motor. I would specifically like to hear from those with a 55# motor and how it handles. I am looking at the minn Kota terrova with I-pilot (I want the spot lock mainly).
The boat I have is pre-wired for a trolling motor, but because they put a built in tackle box in the same storage area as the trolling motor battery, there is only enough room for one battery. I don't want to cut the tackle box out (more aesthetics than function), and I've heard of voltage drop problems with batteries being apart. A typical day on the lake for me might be 5-8 hours chasing striper and sand bass, or possible 5-8 hours bass fishing. In general I'm ok with being strategic about battery usage (I.e. Choosing direction so I am not fighting wind). But, I would be upset if I find a feeding school and I can't stay on the school in average wind conditions (<15 mph). I understand the principal that no one is ever upset they have too much power, but would also prefer the simplicity of one battery and no modifications to the boat. Just hoping to hear some real world experiences. Thanks.
The boat I have is pre-wired for a trolling motor, but because they put a built in tackle box in the same storage area as the trolling motor battery, there is only enough room for one battery. I don't want to cut the tackle box out (more aesthetics than function), and I've heard of voltage drop problems with batteries being apart. A typical day on the lake for me might be 5-8 hours chasing striper and sand bass, or possible 5-8 hours bass fishing. In general I'm ok with being strategic about battery usage (I.e. Choosing direction so I am not fighting wind). But, I would be upset if I find a feeding school and I can't stay on the school in average wind conditions (<15 mph). I understand the principal that no one is ever upset they have too much power, but would also prefer the simplicity of one battery and no modifications to the boat. Just hoping to hear some real world experiences. Thanks.