I currently have an older 3HP Minn Kota that has served me well for 25 years or so. It was supposedly around 48lbs of thrust, and was about perfect for the pond I usually fish.
IF I do have to buy a new trolling motor, what is recommended now? I would like to have a basic transom mount, 12V, around 50lb thrust. I see Minn Kotas with platic shafts....bleh. Any of the current offerings made of more durable materials? Any particular models that are more prone to have problems?
I know a newer motor will be 1/2 the size, probably draw much less power, and give more thrust, but I would prefer to get something that will last a long time if I end up having to buy new.
IF I do have to buy a new trolling motor, what is recommended now? I would like to have a basic transom mount, 12V, around 50lb thrust. I see Minn Kotas with platic shafts....bleh. Any of the current offerings made of more durable materials? Any particular models that are more prone to have problems?
I know a newer motor will be 1/2 the size, probably draw much less power, and give more thrust, but I would prefer to get something that will last a long time if I end up having to buy new.