Trollong Motor Suggestions???

[SC Largemouth]

Any suggestions for a 12/24V trolling motor for my Hydra-Sports 18' Bass Boat?

[HPBB]

go straight 24 volt. I do think anyone make a 12/24 anymore. and get as big as you can afford. its always better to have to much power instead of not enuff. I would say something around a 70 will do, but if you can afford a 80 or so then get it. I would suggest Motor Guide Tour Series Digital. they are abit more $$, but well worth it. I have a 109# 36volt, on a 17'6" boat ( see more power always good) and it is the best TM I have ever used. 3 year so far and not one problem.

[CPT Scrap]

if you get the motorguide, definitely go with the tour edition.  i purchased the freshwater version that only had the single cable and ive snapped it three times.  they have too much torque steer and tend to start to turn wildly at speed 4 and above.  also get the variable speed model as it will eat up less battery time.

[njpaulc]

I agree with the above.  Go with the 80lb MinnKota or the 82lb Motor Guide.  The bigger motors are more efficient, and on the larger waters you fish the extra power won't be wasted.  I perfer the MInnKota because they work very well in the weeds.

[Tin]

The biggest 24 volt you can buy. And make sure it is a Minn Kota Maxxum Pro.

[Jig Man]

Along with the power also get a longer shaft.  My  boat came with a 67# 42" shaft.  I upgraded before delivery to an 82# with a 45" shaft.  It has been going for 6 years and hasn't missed a lick.  The extra 3" makes a lot of difference in how well you can hold on windy days.

[SC Largemouth]

thanks for the info