Registered. Your motor is cooled by the water around it, while running it out of the water for a very short time would be OK, it would take a long time to drain the battery much running the motor out of the water with no load.
Does trolling motor have to be in water?
Yes it will. The motor is designed to be submerged for cooling.
How far should your trolling motor be in the water?
A trolling motor's ideal propeller should be at a depth that keeps about 6 inches of water above the blades. In other words, the centerline of the motor and the prop shaft should be about 12-18 inches below the waterline, depending on the make, model and dimensions of the trolling motor.
How long will a trolling motor run on a full battery?
The larger the rating, the more power the battery can hold, and the longer it will be able to power a motor at a given speed. For example, a 100 amperage hour battery is one that would be able to supply 25 amps of power for 4 hours (25 amps * 4 hours = 100 amp hours) before running out of energy.
Can you run a trolling motor off of a starting battery?
Note: A starting battery is not suitable for use with an electric trolling motor. Starting batteries are rated in cold cranking amps (CCA).
35 related questions foundCan I use a car battery for my trolling motor?
Will my car battery work for my trolling motor? No, car batteries are not recommended and can ruin your motor.
How long will a 12v battery run a trolling motor?
Almost 5 hours doesn't seem too bad, but that is really a max runtime in ideal conditions. Reality is likely to be less. If the battery is old, damaged or not fully charged then you will not get the rated amp hours from it, reducing your runtime.
How can I speed up my trolling motor?
The best way that I have always found to increase the speed of a motor is to increase the power of the motor by removing the current motor and installing one that has more power with a larger size and larger pitch prop. Bottom line - a motor only has so much power and spin a propellor only so fast.
What size battery do I need for a 55 lb thrust trolling motor?
The ideal battery size for a 55lb thrust trolling motor should have at least a 240Ah rating. A battery with a higher Ah rating will provide a longer run time between charges, and it can last for about six hours.
How can I make my trolling motor battery last longer?
When using your trolling motor, keep the load steady and moderate and make changes to your speed gradually. Sharp, heavy shifts in speed will cost you more power, and if you overtax the motor by running at a higher speed for long periods, you'll drain the battery more quickly.
How deep should my prop be in the water?
If you have a short shaft motor, the top most part of the transom and the lower most part of the boat should be about 15 to 16 inches. For a long shaft, I think 20 to 21 inches is correct.
How far outboard should water be?
A boat rigger's rule of thumb is that the motor can be raised one inch for each eight to 10 inches of distance between the transom and prop. As the prop moves further aft, it's also likely to be in cleaner, “harder” water, and be more efficient.
Can a trolling motor shaft be too long?
A trolling motor shaft can be too long. If the trolling motor shaft is too long, you risk the propeller hitting bottom or the inability to stow the motor properly. Too long of a shaft can not only damage the propeller but also the rest of the motor and the environment beneath the water as well.
How deep should I run my trolling motor?
Choosing the correct trolling motor shaft length is important so that the angler's electric motor does not cavitate, creating fish-spooking noise. The rule of thumb is that the top of the motor section should be submerged 12".
Why is my trolling motor losing power?
A battery or batteries should be checked regularly, as they they are the most common cause of the trolling motor losing power. If your lead-acid battery is over 3 years old, you probably need to replace it. In any case, there are a few things you can do to check if your battery is in good shape.
How much thrust do you need for a trolling motor?
General rule of thumb: you need at least 2 lbs. of thrust for every 100 lbs. of fully-loaded boat weight (people and gear included). If things like wind or current are major factors where you fish, you'll want a little extra thrust.
Can I use a lithium battery for my trolling motor?
Lithium batteries are an excellent match for trolling motors, replacing traditional deep-cycle marine batteries. They are lighter, offer better performance, longer run time, and last much longer than most comparable lead-acid batteries.
How many amp hours does a 55lb trolling motor use?
The Minn Kota Endura C2 55 Transom - mount 12V 55 lb. Thrust Trolling Motor has a max amp draw of 52 amps/hr but only 5 lbs more thrust.
How many amp hours do I need for trolling motor?
Considering Weather Conditions. It's important to note that water and weather conditions can significantly affect battery performance. A motor drawing 20 amps to move a boat at medium speed in calm conditions may need 30 amps to move the same boat in strong wind or waves.
Will 2 trolling motors make you go faster?
It's not the typical "get it on plane, and get the bow out of the water" that we expect from the big gas motor. Two motors in the back will just push the bow a little higher in the air, and the stern will dig in deeper, slowing you down. The boat will be faster with a trolling motor if it's level in the water.
Will a 3 blade prop make my trolling motor faster?
As a general rule the two blade prop = more power but less weedless. Three and four blades = less power but more weedless. An exception would be Minn Kota's Weedless Wedge props.
Do all trolling motors go the same speed?
In fact two 55 pound thrust motors will not move you any faster than one 30 pound thrust motor. Higher thrust 12V trolling motors are designed for bigger heavier boats with larger payloads. The maximum speed of a trolling motor is 5 mph regardless of how many pounds of thrust.
Can you use a car battery in a boat?
Car batteries are cranking type and don't serve well as service batteries on a boat but as others have said are fine as engine start batteries. Then there are hybrids sold as "leisure" batteries which arguably do both and are still relatively cheap.
How long will a 100Ah battery run a trolling motor?
How long can a 100Ah battery run a trolling motor? A 12 volt 100Ah lead acid deep-cycle battery will power a 30lbs thrust Minn Kota trolling motor on Speed 4 setting for about 4 hours.
