trolling motor info

[bigmaac73]

So I just bought a 20' sea ox and I doubt that my minn kota 33at will even reach the water from the bow. I really don't know as it has not been in the water yet, but could any of you that have experience on this boat recommend a trolling motor length that would work for this boat?

 

[Otis313]

Re: trolling motor info

Im shopping for a new trolling motor for my 17' Legend, and everything I've seen says a 55lb would be more than enough power. Would guess for a 20' boat, you should be looking anywhere from 55 minimum up to about 65 or 70lbs.

 

[Fleetwin]

Re: trolling motor info

I have a Minn Kota V-2 (70#) thrust on my Larson 18. It is 24V. I added a wireless remote which makes it a joy to use. No cables!

The Larson is a heavy boat, like your Sea Ox. The 70# is adequate.

As far as length, you'll need to measure. Take into account that most boats sit a little bow high when in the water. The prop needs to be fully underwater, at all times. I would give myself an extra foot. Most trolling motors can be easily adjusted for height so BUY LONG. It's easy to adjust height up but impossible to make it longer.

 

[sutor623]

Re: trolling motor info

For a 20' sea ox, if you plan on using it in rough chop, wind or in current, I would consider a 101lb thrust with 36V system. Really just depends on where you are going to be fishing. Where??