How deep should a bow mount trolling motor be?
The rule of thumb is that the top of the motor section should be submerged 12″.
Is it better to mount transducer on trolling motor or transom?
Mounting transducer on trolling motor vs transom Ideally, the transducer should be as close as possible to that position. So if you fish mostly off the back of the boat, a transom mount is best, but if you fish mostly off the front of the boat, it’s better to put the transducer on a bow mount trolling motor.
What is the difference between bow mount and transom mount?
While bow mounts require that a plate be drilled on the bow of the boat, transom mounts easily attach to the boat’s stern with a simple clamp. Transom mounts are also much easier to operate from the back of the boat, and don’t clutter up the deck with foot pedals or cords as bow mount motors often do.
Can you put a trolling motor on the back of a boat?
Yes, a transom mount trolling motor can be mounted on the bow of some boat types, such as jon boats, which have a transom and bow of similar height. This means you can use a trolling motor with the same shaft length for either the bow or the transom.
Can a bow mount trolling motor shaft be too long?
Always Go Long: If you’re struggling to decide between two lengths, pick the longer one. If the shaft ends up being a bit too long, you can always adjust the shaft depth upward with the depth collar adjustment found on nearly all trolling motors. But if you pick a shaft that’s too short, you’re simply out of luck.
Can you put 2 transducers on a trolling motor?
You can put one on each side of the transom. I have 2 on one side and one on the other side. Use transducer mounting boards so you can adjust the location of the transducers and minimize the number of holes in the transom.
How far should a trolling motor be in the water?
A trolling motor’s ideal propeller should be at a depth that keeps about 6 inches of water above the blades. In other words, the centerline of the motor and the prop shaft should be about 12-18 inches below the waterline, depending on the make, model and dimensions of the trolling motor.
How far into the water should a trolling motor be?
12″
Submersion Rule: You’ll want the top of the motor submerged at LEAST 12″ under the water to ensure adequate power and to prevent noisy cavitation which will scare fish.
What side of boat should trolling motor be on?
Decide which side of the bow – port or starboard – you want to mount the motor. There’s no “wrong” answer for this as it really depends on how you operate the boat and how you fish. If you usually steer the boat from the port side, you’ll want to consider mounting the motor on the starboard side to improve visibility.