Electric Motor Selection

russellh2 · Post by **russellh2** » Sun May 28, 2017 12:59 pm

Recently purchased Savage Kestrel (12'6" ) Tinnie and am thinking of fitting an electric motor - Any suggestions - Is fitted with Evinrude 9.5 HP.

Post by **purple5ive** » Sun May 28, 2017 3:10 pm

Whats your budget?

russellh2 · Post by **russellh2** » Mon May 29, 2017 5:54 am

Around $1500

Post by **4liters** » Mon May 29, 2017 6:53 am

what functions are you looking for?

Post by **purple5ive** » Mon May 29, 2017 8:51 am

Thats a good budget for a Trolling motor.
you can get a motorguide xi5 for that price and it has spot lock as well, i have one and i highly recommend them
also dont forget the wiring and batteries. and the amout of weight they add to the boat.
trolling motor and battery can easily weigh in 50kg plus category.
a 55lb sized motor with a 54inch shaft is usually a good size for a boat that size (under 5m)

as always do your research and buy what suits your needs.

barra mick · Post by **barra mick** » Mon May 29, 2017 5:43 pm

russellh2 wrote:Around $1500

ive had min kotta and motorguide.....there both good

ive got a watersnake on my little punt that I use for cod fishing and its off lesser quality its still good also

if your pushing a big boat the battery goes quick though.

bm

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