Trolling Motor Maintenance Tips
North of 8
Posted 5/11/2022 10:07 AM (#1006300)
Subject: Trolling Motor Maintenance Tips




Really nice, simple tutorial in the News section of MF on trolling motor maintenance. Nothing new perhaps but well done and easy to follow. When I bought a new Ulterra last season, the installer stressed the importance of removing the prop and checking for fishing line/weeds on a regular basis. Having spent a lot of money on the unit, did what he said and was surprised that on at least three occasions, had fishing line wrapped around the shaft. I rarely hook floating line on the chain where I live, but it clearly is there. The video also reminded me to buy some pins to keep on hand in case I snap one hitting something. Not sure why I can't remember that one.

https://www.outdoorsfirst.com/article/10-trolling-motor-maintenance-...
sworrall
Posted 5/13/2022 9:59 AM (#1006339 - in reply to #1006300)
Subject: Re: Trolling Motor Maintenance Tips





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Location: Rhinelander, Wisconsin
I went through the list on my Ultrex and found line on the prop shaft.
southern comfort
Posted 5/14/2022 7:39 AM (#1006355 - in reply to #1006300)
Subject: Re: Trolling Motor Maintenance Tips




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These are good tips and a great reminder for doing an annual check on our trolling motors. I regularly find line after checking with prop off. Usually after having my grandsons out.