Can you cut the shaft length on an Ultrex? Yes you can, but you have to be careful not to cut the wires and you have to re drill the the head screw holes in the head. I recommend you bring to a Authorized Service Center to get this done because if you do it yourself it will void the warranty on the troll motor.
How do I adjust the height on my ultrex?
Loosen the knob on the shaft collar located between the head and steering box .. raise to desired height– slide the collar down and re tighten.
Can you adjust shaft length Minn Kota?
While it would be cost-prohibitive to lengthen the shaft of any trolling motor, yes, in some cases the shaft of a trolling motor can be shortened. Only models from the below motors families are capable of having their motor shafts shortened: Endura. Endura Max.
How do you adjust the shaft length on a trolling motor?
Measure down from the mounting surface of the transom or bow to the water level. Add 5″ to waterline measurement for fishing in rough water. Add 12″ to waterline measurement for steering a hand control motor while standing. Use this measurement and the tables below to find the appropriate trolling motor shaft length.
Can a trolling motor shaft be too long?
A trolling motor shaft can be too long. If the trolling motor shaft is too long, you risk the propeller hitting bottom or the inability to stow the motor properly. Too long of a shaft can not only damage the propeller but also the rest of the motor and the environment beneath the water as well.
How do you shorten the shaft on a Minn Kota Powerdrive?
Pretty simple, four phillips screws removes the top cover and a 3/16 machine screw holds the head to the shaft. Then using some masking tape I wrapped the shaft where I wanted it cut, then dropped down 1/2″ and put another wrap of tape as a cut guide.
It’s the best invention of modern days for trolling motors and I couldn’t imagine disabling it. Just set your speed, then point your boat in the direction you want to go and push the button. I use “N” on every trip. Especially when I run out of gas 2 miles from the ramp, lol.
How is Minn Kota shaft length measured?
Measure down from the mounting surface of the transom or bow to the water level. Add 5″ to waterline measurement for fishing in rough water. Add 12″ to waterline measurement for steering a hand control motor while standing. Use this measurement and the tables below to find the appropriate shaft length.
How far should a trolling motor be in the water?
12
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.
Can you adjust trolling motor height?
A good trolling motor mechanic can change or modify a shaft and adjust the mount so everything fits your needs.
How do you measure shaft length on an outboard motor?
Measure from the top of your transom to the bottom of your keel. If it is from 15″ to 17″ long you’ll need to get a Tohatsu outboard with a “short” shaft. If it is from 20″ to 22″ long you’ll need our “long” shaft outboard.
How deep should my prop be in the water?
If you have a short shaft motor, the top most part of the transom and the lower most part of the boat should be about 15 to 16 inches. For a long shaft, I think 20 to 21 inches is correct.
How big of a boat can a trolling motor push?
Trolling Motor Thrust Guide
| Boat Weight (lbs) | 1,500 | 2,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Boat Length | 14-16′ | 18′ |
| Minimum Thrust | 55 | 70 |
| Performance Thrust* | 55 | 80 |
| Motor Voltage | 12v | 24v |
How many pounds of thrust do I need for a trolling motor?
General rule of thumb: you need at least 2 lbs. of thrust for every 100 lbs. of fully-loaded boat weight (people and gear included). If things like wind or current are major factors where you fish, you’ll want a little extra thrust.
How is shaft length measured on a golf club?
In today’s terminology, the “length” of a golf club is not the length of the shaft, but the length of the shaft and the club-head combined. Essentially, we are measuring from the sole (bottom) of the golf club (while it is sitting completely flat) to the end of the grip.
What is a trolling motor shaft made out of?
The tube contains a flexible shaft formed of three coils of phosphor bronze. This tube extends down and out into the water, where it carries a propeller, and at the inboard end an electric Motor is attached, which is itself driven by batteries.” It was invented and sold by the Electric Boat company.
Can you shorten a Terrova shaft?
Cut the amount off you want. Be careful not to cut any wires when cutting the shaft. I used a small metal pipe to slide down in the shaft to keep from cutting the wires. After cutting the shaft shorten the wires and put the head back on.
Do all i-Pilot have spot lock?
No. Our i-Pilot GPS trolling motor system operates independently of the fish finder. This self contained system provides features such as Spot-Lock, Record a Track, AutoPilot and more.
Does the ultrex have a built-in transducer?
Yes, all Ultrex motors are equipped with either our Universal Sonar 2 transducer or our Built-In MEGA DI (Down Imaging) transducer.
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