09-10-2013, 02:29 PM
The Maximizer motors are nice but probably cost more than the boat. And there is more a chance of problems with a max. Read reviews. I have both in Minn kota. The max does act up.
As for batteries, I have been using a Walmart $79. Special for 4 years now and sure I will get a couple more. But I highly recommend a battery box. I have always used a 27 even on my 6' Bucks Bag, on my Renegade, and even my Assault. Never had one tip over enough to leak anything, but just my experience.
You will be fine with a $100 motor and a $80. Battery. I have been doing it for many years.
One more thing, I turned the head around on all my motors including the max, but I was able to take the head off my 30 with extended wire and put the control right next to me.
I use a minn kota charger and love it.
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As for batteries, I have been using a Walmart $79. Special for 4 years now and sure I will get a couple more. But I highly recommend a battery box. I have always used a 27 even on my 6' Bucks Bag, on my Renegade, and even my Assault. Never had one tip over enough to leak anything, but just my experience.
You will be fine with a $100 motor and a $80. Battery. I have been doing it for many years.
One more thing, I turned the head around on all my motors including the max, but I was able to take the head off my 30 with extended wire and put the control right next to me.
I use a minn kota charger and love it.
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