Deep Cycle/Trolling Motor

[Sivy]

Can someone please explain the difference? On my boat I have a stowaway deep cycle that I use to start my engine. For my trolling motor I have an everstart that runs the trolling motor. The everstart also says deep cycle/trolling on the side of it. Could the stowaway be used for trolling?

 

[JB]

Re: Deep Cycle/Trolling Motor

Howdy, Sivy.<br /><br />I think you need to switch your batteries.<br /><br />Deep cycle batteries are intended for long service on light loads, like your troller.<br /><br />Starter batteries are used for short, heavy loads like starting engines and for powering electrical accessories while the engine's charger is working.<br /><br />The Everstart dual purpose battery is a fairly new type which is suitable for both uses and for single battery installations. That is what I use for everything. It works great.<br /><br />I think you will get better results using your Stowaway for the troller and the Everstart for starting and your other electrics.<br /><br /><br />Red sky at night. . .<br />JB

 

[JB]

Re: Deep Cycle/Trolling Motor

I just reread my post. It is not clear.<br /><br />You need to replace one of your batteries with either a starting battery or a dual purpose, Starting/Trolling battery and use that for starting.<br /><br />Red sky at night. . .<br />JB

 

[Sivy]

Re: Deep Cycle/Trolling Motor

So I can use the stowaway for the trolling and the everstart for starting/running the engine?<br /><br />If thats correct I appreciate the help--been doing the opposite!!