What Thrust Size Trolling Motor?

[cyclops222]

Easily

 

[Berdink]

Actually, I set the gas motor at the speed I want then use just enough electric power to steer. I guess it really won't make much difference unless
your in current, wind, or other situation that needs more power. Just remember, at 12v you are using much more battery power than a 24v would use, so you will need a really big battery to last all day. I moved up to a Lipo battery to get the extra power I needed and can run for over 20 hours on one charge.

What if my 9.9 has an alternator for charging?
I have quite a bit of #2 Copper wire that I could run from my rear battery to my battery in front for the trolling motor to keep it charged up.

 

[redneck joe]

Well i guess I'm glad I live around small lakes, not Great Ones....

 

[airshot]

Alternators for deep cycle batteries are not recomended....not saying they don't work, they can shorten the batteries life and are a big no for Lipo type batteries. Charging at the same time as your electric motor is running is not recomended either.. Charging currents produce higher voltage than the battery itself so your trolling motor can be damaged from to many volts if you charge while operating, in fact it can void your warranty. For what you want to do, get a 140ah LifePo4 battery and you will get a battery that can last all day, or you will need multiple LA type batteries

 

[Berdink]

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