trolling motors

pack · **Joined:** Sat Jan 16, 2010 8:10 am **Posts:** 39

iam buying a new trolling motor and looking for suggestions on makes and models and how much thrust for 17ft alum

FISH HUNTER · **Posted:** Sat Feb 12, 2011 2:52 pm

Bowmount?
If so I'd say 80lb MinnKota Terrova with i-pilot.

FISH HUNTER

Dog Lake · **Posted:** Sat Feb 12, 2011 3:00 pm

Whatever model you decide, figure out how much thrust you need and add 20lbs. It will cost you a little more, but you won't be dissapointed. Nothing worse than struggeling with boat control when the bite is on and the winds are up. Worth the extra $$$$.

The thrust required for a 17ft alum, can vary greatly depending if its a bare bones tiller, or a decked out side console with all the options, rod lockers etc. 80lbs should be a good size, but if you haul a lot of weight go even bigger and I think you'll be pleased.

Walleye 9 · **Joined:** Mon Jan 24, 2011 12:05 pm **Posts:** 1985

I've got a 55lbs on a 16' aluminum. Heavy boat live well, storage compartments, 3 batterries etc... It came with the boat, so I don't know about quality, but I've never had a problem in 3 years. It's Motor Guide. I actually troll with it for walleye, rather than using the big motor.

whiteye · **Joined:** Mon Jan 17, 2011 6:27 pm **Posts:** 84

I have a 17' triton and I have an 80 lbs minn kota fortrexx..all I can say is AWESOME! Easy on batteries and will go 8 hours straight in bass tournaments in high winds while ripping through thick weeds. Would highly recommend Minn kota at least 80lb thrust or up...you will be happy you have the extra power when you need it. Good luck.

chasineyes/everywher · **Posted:** Sat Feb 12, 2011 5:34 pm

i used a minn-kota terra 55lbs 12 volts,co-pilot system-my batteries are 2-6 volt run in series,i can run for about 30 hours without charging,my boat is a 17.6 Tracker,101 inch beam,90merc,opti,9.9 pro-kicker,28 gallon fuel tak 30 gallon live well,all,gear plus guys ,no issues,maybe in the heaviest winds,knocks me off my spot temporarly,i use it on the niagara as well!!!Ed

kiss my bass fishin · **Posted:** Sat Feb 12, 2011 8:30 pm

I have a 16 ft, princecraft with a 55lb motorguide wireless. More than enough power but not a big fan of unit overall. I find the wireless foot pedal not so user friendly.I also have the remote it works well and tend to use that over the pedal. The unit is noisy when rotating to positions and tempermental. Last if you want to add a fish finder it's a challange as the shaft slides down the main base and there is no accomadation for the wire. They now offer this unit with a transducer built in the motor end for Lowerance units only. Spend the cash and get a Minn-kota , K.M.B.F.

Josh_ · **Joined:** Wed Nov 10, 2010 9:52 pm **Posts:** 132

If you fish the bay, go with the minn Kota that allows you to set a direction. It then corrects itself automatically to keep you straight. Big help in an aluminum boat with the wind.

MattClapp · **Joined:** Mon Jun 15, 2009 10:03 pm **Posts:** 210

I have an 82 Lbs MotorGuide Tour Edition for sale.

I do think its more than enough for a 17' alum.....maybe too much.

Whats the weight on the boat?
What lake do you use it on?
For what? bass? trolling for walleye?

BATMAN · **Posted:** Sun Feb 13, 2011 11:13 am

Pack,

Everyone is suggesting great motor options.

I am assuming that your boat is wired for a 24 VDC motor. Go for the most thrust for 24V. 80 lbs would be a good choice.

Another important item is shaft length. Aluminum Walleye boats usually have a high free board. Your motor shaft should be long enough to keep you motor in the water during rough water. Look at either a 54" or 60" Minkota. I use a 58" shaft on an 18 foot Lund and its just long enough. A 60" would be my choice if I need to upgrade, the day my 12 year old OMC motor gives up the ghost.

Good Luck,
BATMAN

steve-hamilton · **Joined:** Fri Apr 25, 2003 7:40 am **Posts:** 1776

i have a 17' aluminum tiller boat....full casting deck....

i use two trolling motors...a shorter shaft 80lbs thrust for bass fishing and a longer shaft 70lbs thrust for open water fishing...

i need the extra lbs'age to get through the weeds.

i had a 55lbs thrust motor for a year then sold it...it was ok in open water, but when i started to "slop" it....she couldn't handle the job.

Walleye 9 · **Joined:** Mon Jan 24, 2011 12:05 pm **Posts:** 1985

steve-hamilton wrote:

i have a 17' aluminum tiller boat....full casting deck....

i use two trolling motors...a shorter shaft 80lbs thrust for bass fishing and a longer shaft 70lbs thrust for open water fishing...

i need the extra lbs'age to get through the weeds.

i had a 55lbs thrust motor for a year then sold it...it was ok in open water, but when i started to "slop" it....she couldn't handle the job.

LOL, it's funny you say that. One time I went into the "slop" on Scugog with my 55, and it died. I thought I blew it up, till I realized there was a fuse on it. Thank God. Changed the fuse and was good to go. They don't call it the "Bog" for nothing!!! An 80 lbs could probably take a bit more abuse!!

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