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Location: Chicago, Beverly | I have a cable type Minn Kota now. It works, does the job.. If I have it on constant and take my foot off the pedal mine tends to turn. As such I usually do not run it on constant so when foot is off the pedal the motor is off. I intend to get a Power Drive unit for my next one. Just can't seem to kill this one yet to justify getting the new one... I have heard more bad then good concerning the autopilots. So I will not get one myself. Maybe others here have heard of or had better experiences with them. Two things I like about the PD models are 1st: they have the maximizer with the variable speed control and extended battery life; 2nd: they have the long cord for the foot pedal so you can put it anywhere in the boat. Two things I don't like with the cable models are 1st: cable limits where you can put the pedal; 2nd: most cable models do not have the maximizer so you are stuck with the 5 speeds for power. If a cable foot control is for you I will reccomend the maxxum Minn Kota with the maximizer and varaible speed. Another good thing with the PD's is you can put the Co-Pilot on them. This turns your motor into a remote control. It has the small remote that you can tiewrap to your rod if you like. here is a link to minn kota's website: http://www.minnkotamotors.com/_swf/
Edited by kevin 1/20/2004 11:24 AM
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