Advice on trolling motor/battery

jasher · #1 06-26-2011, 06:54 PM

I just bought sevylor 360 and I would like some advice from you as to which would be my best option as far as selecting a trolling motor and a battery.I am going to use it for trolling and getting around on the lake with the 360. I'm choosing between the endura c2 30lb and 40lb. Would it be better to get the 40lb and use it at first and/or second speed or the 30lb at the 3rd to highest speed? I was thinking of getting the 40 lbs for more power because the boat will carry 2 adults and 1 kid, roughly around 380 lbs(170+ kg) plus battery and gear, so my estimate will be 500 lbs. Or the 30 is sufficient enough? Thanks
What battery should i buy?i know it will be a deep cycle but i'm a little bit confused about the amperehour thing.Any recommendation on a battery that will last me a whole day of use but doesn't cost an arm and leg?

Willowtrail · #2 06-26-2011, 07:55 PM

The more AH the longer it will last per charge.

There are 2 sizes of Deep cycle batteries. Group 24 and 27. 24 are a smaller size and 27 bigger.

I use the Costco Kirkland batteries. Group 27, 120 AH and was $95 + tax and no recycle fee. I did see an add in the Can tire flyer that they have a sale on deep cycles this week.

Deep · #3 06-26-2011, 09:04 PM

If you plan on only fishing a day, like 6-8 hrs Endura is ok. For my money and time I would go with a "Maximizer" type. It can go 3 days on a charge. Very nice for extended trips without a charger handy. I also like the "Rockys" deep cycle battery.

Mudslide · #4 06-26-2011, 09:57 PM

For an application where you are taking a battery in and out of a boat I would get a sealed battery AGM (absorbent glass Matt) No danger of spilling acid in your car or on your clothing. Been there and done that

They are more expensive but they last twice as many cycles (years not hours)

jasher · #5 06-26-2011, 09:59 PM

Thanks for the reply. So, for battery group 27. I think I so that in costco for $89. What about the trolling motor? Should I go for the 40lb or the 30lb thrust is enough for 3 person? I'll just be using it occasionally so I think I won't need the maximizer feature.

jasher · #6 06-27-2011, 07:58 PM

anyone

ORV · #7 06-27-2011, 08:12 PM

40 lb. i have a 55lb on my sevylor.
30 was not quite enough. i.m.o.

orv.

bobalong · #8 06-30-2011, 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Willowtrail

The more AH the longer it will last per charge.

There are 2 sizes of Deep cycle batteries. Group 24 and 27. 24 are a smaller size and 27 bigger.

I use the Costco Kirkland batteries. Group 27, 120 AH and was $95 + tax and no recycle fee. I did see an add in the Can tire flyer that they have a sale on deep cycles this week.

There is actually a series 29 and 31 as well