ELECTRIC TROLLING MOTOR FOR 1725 PRO GUIDE

[dillon]

I have a Lund 1725 Pro Guide and plan to install a bow mount trolling motor this spring. Anyone have suggestions as far as LB of thrust and shaft length? I bought the boat used and it was set up with 24 volt, but I can change over to 12 volt system easy enough.

[RebelSS]

For your boat, which I think would weight in around 1550 lbs with motor, roughly, I would go with at least 70 lb thrust. I would definitely keep the 24 volt set-up, too. Not sure if you can go with a 48" shaft or need a 54"....that one takes more into account the waters you will be fishing, ie; calm, choppy, etc. Under- powering in terms of thrust is a huge drain on your batteries and the motor itself. A good table to use figuring lbs of thrust:

The size and weight of your boat translates into your need for power (thrust) and endurance. The basic rule of thumb for determining the amount of thrust you need is five pounds of thrust for every 200 pounds of weight. Don't forget to include the weight of your boat's contents in the calculation. To be sure that you have enough power, take the boat's estimated weight and add in its maximum weight capacity. A boat that weighs 1,500 pounds, and has a maximum weight capacity of 1,200 pounds would need a motor with 67.5 pounds of thrust. (1,500 lbs. + 1,200 lbs. ÷ 200 = 13.5 x 5= 67.5)

[delcecchi]

I have a Lund 1725 Pro Guide and plan to install a bow mount trolling motor this spring. Anyone have suggestions as far as LB of thrust and shaft length? I bought the boat used and it was set up with 24 volt, but I can change over to 12 volt system easy enough.

I have a similar size boat with a 24 volt terrova which has plenty of thrust. I think I have the 54" which is ok, but if I had it to do over I would go with the 60. Having a little sticking up makes it easier to stow, and occasionally it ventilates in rough water so an extra few inches would help.

[CaptainMusky]

Id go 80# and a 60" shaft. 54 could be fine the majority of the time but if you fish big water in rough conditions you will appreciate the extra length. If you dont do that,much fishing in conditions like that often then 54 will be adequate.

[loadmaster]

Dillon where are you located. Have just what you are looking for. Came off a 17.5 G-3 dual console.PM Sent