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    Default The better trolling motor


    Been looking at upgrading the trolling motor from individual 5 speed motor guide too maybe a variable speed minn kota any sugestions on a motor. Also I need to stay under the 1000 dollar budget. I am wanting to set up for trolling if any suggestions thanks for info.

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    Ringo has a good deal in the classifieds on an 80 pound terrove ipilot
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    Under 1000.00 look at the PDv2 motors. Don't like them as much as the terrova but will get the job done just fine.
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    Quote Originally Posted by cray View Post
    Under 1000.00 look at the PDv2 motors. Don't like them as much as the terrova but will get the job done just fine.
    I agree, but would try to get the terrova. Leave motor guide alone. Definitely, get the ipilot! Sell the old one for extra if needed.

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    What size motor do you have now?
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    It is a motorguide 55 foot control

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    $959 for an ipilot that size and I think there are rebates now. Probably better deal if you shop around too. I just checked first place google brought up.

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    if you get a terrova with I-pilot and you have a boat that is around 18ft then minkota recommends 80lb thrust for proper control when using the spot lock feature. I only mention this because I have seen posts on other threads about the spot lock not holding there boat with in 5ft of the anchor position.

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    The spot lock is for fishing brush piles I am guessing and shooting docks.

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    Quote Originally Posted by fireman1501 View Post
    The spot lock is for fishing brush piles I am guessing and shooting docks.
    Or fishing deep bream beds!!! Works really good!

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