Thread: Old town predator minnkota xl

I am looking for ideas on lightweight batteries to run trolling motor on my kayak. Don’t want to break the bank. Any thoughts?

I have read a little about some lithium ion batteries. They tend to be fairly expensive

I was going to suggest that but they are expensive. Dakota lithium brand I have seen several guys use in kayaks.

I looked into them for the boat. The weight savings to me don't justify the cost for the boat. For a kayak depending on the type of fishing you do they could have a lot of benefit

If I remember correctly the one site said they last about 10x longer than normal batteries so cheaper in long run once that’s figured???

I believe they require a different charger as well

Originally Posted by DockShootinJack

I believe they require a different charger as well

Look into chargers that automatically change for agm batteries. My onboard does. Not sure of my car type.a Schumacher from Wally.

Originally Posted by skeetbum

Look into chargers that automatically change for agm batteries. My onboard does. Not sure of my car type.a Schumacher from Wally.

I was talking about the lithium batteries

Originally Posted by DockShootinJack

I was talking about the lithium batteries

My bad.

I just bought 35ah 12v for $63 shipped amazon

approx 20lbs.

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