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Thread: Recommended Trolling Flap for Merc 40 outboard

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    Default Recommended Trolling Flap for Merc 40 outboard

    I see several different models of trolling flaps for outboards. I used one on my old glass IO boat and it seemed to work ok until I forgot to take it up and managed to bend it. Anyone have suggestions on one for my new fishing boat?

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    The only brand I have used was a Happy Troller brand. It worked really good. If I remember right you will need to get the right size for your motor.

    If you have an electronic motor I would use that if you can.

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    While the boat does have an electric motor in the bow, the fish finder is in the middle and the downriggers towards the back. Is there a reasonably price remote steerable electric motor?

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    I have a Minn-Kota with I-pilot and love it. I can set a course and speed which is handy when fighting a fish by myself. The remote allows me to make adjustments from anywhere in the boat. I think it can be retrofitted to some older models. That might be your most cost-effective solution if you want to use the trolling motor. I would check with your dealer. Good luck whatever you do.

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    Is that a 12volt system?

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    Mine is 12 volt since it is only a 16 foot boat, but it should work with 24 or 36 volt systems. If your boat already has a foot pedal, the hand held controller would talk to the trolling motor head and make adjustments without wires. A Minn-Kota dealer should be able to help you determine if you can retrofit it, or you could contact them directly.
    https://www.minnkotamotors.com/learn...motors/i-pilot

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    My boat is even smaller being a 14.5’ boat. It also has a 12v minkota but I am not seeing any retrofits for existing trolling outfits. I will contact the closest minkota dealer to see what is available. Thanks

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