|
Forums59
Topics1,058,862
Posts14,309,890
Members144,639
| |
Most Online39,925
Dec 30th, 2023
|
|
 Trolling motor length
#8599326
02/17/13 12:20 AM
|
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 432
dropshotjoe
OP
Angler
|
|
OP
Angler
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 432 |
How do I go about measuring the length of my trolling motor I'm getting ready to buy a new one
|
|
|
Re: Trolling motor length
[Re: dropshotjoe]
#8599565
02/17/13 01:27 AM
|
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 683
phototom
Pro Angler
|
|
Pro Angler
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 683 |
1991 Tracker TX17
40HP evinrude
Eagle 320 console
Eagle 320 bow
Garmin 72 GPS
[Signature images may not be larger than 600 pixels wide by 125 pixels tall.]
|
|
|
Re: Trolling motor length
[Re: dropshotjoe]
#8599821
02/17/13 02:48 AM
|
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 432
dropshotjoe
OP
Angler
|
|
OP
Angler
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 432 |
Well that one just tells you how to pick the one for your boat I have one I just want to know if I just measure the shaft or top to bottom.
|
|
|
Re: Trolling motor length
[Re: dropshotjoe]
#8599990
02/17/13 03:35 AM
|
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 683
phototom
Pro Angler
|
|
Pro Angler
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 683 |
Try this
Minnkota specs,The shaft length is from the base of the control box or head down to the collar on the motor or lower unit.To find the shaft length requirements for your boat. Measure from deck where the motor is to be mounted down to the water line of the boat when at rest. Add 16 to 20 inches to this measurement. A shaft of this length will work well in most conditions.
1991 Tracker TX17
40HP evinrude
Eagle 320 console
Eagle 320 bow
Garmin 72 GPS
[Signature images may not be larger than 600 pixels wide by 125 pixels tall.]
|
|
|
Re: Trolling motor length
[Re: dropshotjoe]
#8600012
02/17/13 03:41 AM
|
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 413
BowSlayer
Angler
|
|
Angler
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 413 |
Measure from the bottom of the head to the top of the motor and add an inch. Just remember, you cant stretch the shaft once you buy one so buy one that's plenty long.
Last edited by BowSlayer; 02/18/13 11:07 PM.
|
|
|
Re: Trolling motor length
[Re: dropshotjoe]
#8600166
02/17/13 04:25 AM
|
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 432
dropshotjoe
OP
Angler
|
|
OP
Angler
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 432 |
Looks to be a 45 inch thanks for the help.
|
|
Moderated by banker-always fishing, chickenman, Derek 🐝, Duck_Hunter, Fish Killer, J-2, Jacob, Jons3825, JustWingem, Nocona Brian, Toon-Troller, Uncle Zeek, Weekender1
|
