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 Re: New Mercury
[Re: TxBazzn]
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01/30/21 06:20 PM
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Dan21XRS
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Hoping whatever it is they make it where we can switch between Hot Foot & Hand throttle. Land and Sea use to make a hotfoot that you could switch between throttle and hotfoot... Not sure if it's still around or not... Dan
"The problem with having a sense of humor is often that people you use it on aren't in a very good mood"...
Lou Holtz
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: Dan21XRS]
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01/30/21 07:28 PM
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TajChauvin
Angler
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Hoping whatever it is they make it where we can switch between Hot Foot & Hand throttle. Land and Sea use to make a hotfoot that you could switch between throttle and hotfoot... Not sure if it's still around or not... Dan This feature already exist with the right Mercury controls. May be aftermarket. ![[Linked Image]](https://texasfishingforum.com/forums/pics/userpics/2021/01/full-108349-83205-16eb6098_b0a1_4d63_bfa8_df9434d636bb.jpeg)
Last edited by TajChauvin; 01/30/21 07:37 PM.
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: Allison1]
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01/30/21 07:39 PM
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SAKS
Extreme Angler
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I would be interested in an electric after waiting and seeing how good battery life and reliability is. I would not be first in line to get one.
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: TajChauvin]
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01/30/21 07:40 PM
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Posts: 2,561
Jeff From Iowa
Extreme Angler
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Hoping whatever it is they make it where we can switch between Hot Foot & Hand throttle. Land and Sea use to make a hotfoot that you could switch between throttle and hotfoot... Not sure if it's still around or not... Dan This feature already exist with the right Mercury controls. May be aftermarket. Verado I believe.
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: Allison1]
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01/30/21 07:49 PM
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Posts: 164
Littledog
Outdoorsman
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Electric in the higher horse powers comes with all kinds of associated issues.
The battery ain't small and with todays technology, it still wears out quicker than the motor. How you gonna replace it? Remove the boat cap?
Electric has tremendous torque. You cant take advantage of that and still have top end speed unless you have a transmission or variable pitch prop.
on and on.
Looking forward to seeing what they've got.
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: Allison1]
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01/30/21 07:52 PM
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Posts: 2,770
basscaster46
Extreme Angler
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On Feb 11th Mercury is coming out with a new product.
The guesses I have heard are from higher hp or possibly a hybrid.
Mercury Marine will be "unveiling an outboard that delivers boaters unrivaled freedom, luxury and power to pursue their passions on the water." and repeating, it will be the "most innovative product in Mercury history." Furthermore, "it will be a truly special day for everyone who loves the water as much as we do." Sounds like a greenie wiener type thing. If it is electric it will go down like the Harley Davidson offering.
I got all day I’m retired
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: Allison1]
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01/30/21 07:57 PM
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Posts: 2,770
basscaster46
Extreme Angler
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Extreme Angler
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If fourstroke ain’t good enough I’m out
I got all day I’m retired
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: 361V]
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01/31/21 02:43 AM
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BigDozer66
TFF Guru
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Mercury Marine will be "unveiling an outboard that delivers boaters unrivaled freedom, luxury and power to pursue their passions on the water." and repeating, it will be the "most innovative product in Mercury history." Furthermore, "it will be a truly special day for everyone who loves the water as much as we do." So poetic it brought a tear to my eye....or a shameless plug that made me throw up a little.....Can’t wait to see what “freedoms and luxury” actually are in outboard world!   Small electric outboard(s) would be my guess. 
2016 Ranger RT188 Charcoal Metallic Dual Console 2017 Yamaha 115 VMAX SHO (VF115LA) SS Prop Minn Kota Ultrex i-Pilot Link 45" 80 lb. Humminbird Helix 10 Mega SI BalZout Console Humminbird Helix 10 Mega SI BBT Bow Mount Trick Step ![[Linked Image]](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v373/BigDozer66/Boating/Ranger%20Boats%2050%20Years_zpsqe1kjywq.jpg)
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: Allison1]
#13867885
01/31/21 02:47 AM
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Rayzor
TFF Guru
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TFF Guru
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Be safe, Rayzor ![[Linked Image]](http://i418.photobucket.com/albums/pp267/JLedbetter/th_Boatpics036.jpg) 2001 Triton Tx-21/225 Mercury EFI
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: Allison1]
#13868232
01/31/21 02:37 PM
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Posts: 6,103
Billy Blazer 300 HPDI
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Reading this make me want to build another deer blind.
Thanks, Billy
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: Allison1]
#13868275
01/31/21 03:04 PM
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Bill Durham
Pro Angler
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An electric outboard of any size makes no sense at all. At this point in the technology curve with batteries, half of the boat would have to be batteries. I wish some brilliant chemist could come up with a non fossil fuel combination of elements that will provide the same amount of energy as gasoline. That would be something special.
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: Allison1]
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01/31/21 03:17 PM
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SkeeterRonnie
Super Freak
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Super Freak
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not electric. that would not fly well with a bunch of outdoor rednecks. a more efficient motor with a lower unit capable of changing gears to utilize the motor with less HP would be awesome
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: Allison1]
#13868343
01/31/21 03:56 PM
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Posts: 23,429
SteezMacQueen
TFF Guru
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TFF Guru
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They are making a new engine cowling with a cup holder on it.
Eat. Sleep. Fish.
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: SteezMacQueen]
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01/31/21 03:59 PM
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outfishdya
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They are making a new engine cowling with a cup holder on it. I was thinking this or a wine chiller.
Woke up this morning
Got yourself a gun....
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Re: New Mercury
[Re: SteezMacQueen]
#13868352
01/31/21 04:06 PM
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Rayzor
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They are making a new engine cowling with a cup holder on it. It will also have a 12" graph built into it.
Be safe, Rayzor 2001 Triton Tx-21/225 Mercury EFI
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