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Location: Hayward WI | I had PD's for 10 yrs, went to a Maxxum in 2007. You will have an adjusment period if you go to the Maxxum with the height of the pedal and controlling it. I haven't tightened down the tension screw, but like TJ, I'm not sure if you can run on constant and track straight. I've had mine on low thrust & constant and only had to occasionally touch the foot pedal. I think there will be too much torque at higher thrust to keep a straight track unless your foot is on the pedal. One issue I do have with the Maxxum is leg fatigue when fishing all day, especially in windy situations. The height of the Maxxum pedal makes it so your standing only on one foot, but using a pedestal seat helps with that.
For me, the plus with the maxxum is the quick response of the pedal and no circuit boards to fry in the pedal (which I"ve had a couple do). I'm getting a new boat in a couple of weeks and will probably stick with the Maxxum.
If you don't need the quick maneuverability of the Maxxum, I'd stick with the PD, it will be less frustrating trying to deal with a new drive type. | |
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