Trollingmotor power prop ?
Zinox
Posted 2/27/2016 3:01 AM (#807614)
Subject: Trollingmotor power prop ?




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So i fish some waters that are electric motor only, and i have a Minn kota 70lb traxxis, and a 80lb xi5 on the way.

The weeds are very limited, and like to fish open water/edges a lot, so i was wondering, if any of you have experience with the power props from any of the brands, and have noticed a difference in performance.

I have a friend whose studding to become a mechanical marine engineer, and he tells me the prop, can make a ton of difference in some cases, so thought i look into this.

I googleds the Sh'' out of this, and also found a company that only make props, called, "Kipawa" that makes for the minn kota motor but other then that i find the information pretty limited. except some reviews on shops that sells them.

Tight lines

Edited by Zinox 2/27/2016 5:29 AM
Juhas
Posted 2/27/2016 5:18 AM (#807615 - in reply to #807614)
Subject: RE: Tollingmotor power prop ?




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I have been using one a Kipewa(sp) on my Terrova for a couple of years now. Very happy and have noticed more power at lower voltages. I would highly recommend them.
Fishysam
Posted 2/27/2016 6:24 AM (#807617 - in reply to #807614)
Subject: Re: Trollingmotor power prop ?




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I know MK says using any propeller but theirs voids warranty, but how would they know.
14ledo81
Posted 2/27/2016 6:46 AM (#807619 - in reply to #807617)
Subject: Re: Trollingmotor power prop ?





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Location: Ashland WI
Fishysam - 2/27/2016 6:24 AM

I know MK says using any propeller but theirs voids warranty, but how would they know.


They assume you would be honest???
Zinox
Posted 2/27/2016 6:53 AM (#807620 - in reply to #807614)
Subject: Re: Trollingmotor power prop ?




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My MK i old, and kipawa doesn't make, for motorguide, so im pass the warranty part.


Zinox
Posted 2/29/2016 1:38 AM (#807807 - in reply to #807614)
Subject: Re: Trollingmotor power prop ?




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As it was hard to find any specific information, I just ordered a MG power prop, and thought I would share it with you when I get it tested.
Further North
Posted 3/2/2016 9:16 PM (#808286 - in reply to #807614)
Subject: Re: Trollingmotor power prop ?




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I looked into this a few years back - never pulled the trigger. I'll be curious what you think when you have tried it.