Is a 42" bow mount too long for a 14 topper? I am about to buy a bow mount trolling motor now that I made a deck for the jon. I plan on upgrading to a 16 jon in the next couple years. A 36 would probably be too short for the 1648. But I f I go with the 42 now will it be too long? Thanks in advance
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42" bow mount too long for a 14 topper
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russ010
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I would think you will be ok... I'm using a 45" shaft on my 1860.
You just want to make sure the prop stays in the water - longer shafts are generally for when you're in rough water with waves. I normally keep the center of my prop 12" below the surface of the water. That seems to be the sweet spot for me as far as control and speed
You just want to make sure the prop stays in the water - longer shafts are generally for when you're in rough water with waves. I normally keep the center of my prop 12" below the surface of the water. That seems to be the sweet spot for me as far as control and speed
Bugpac
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You can always raise it up, better to long than to short.
Bugpac
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The motor will be somewhat adjustable in the mount, they dont work well as a surface drive, less than 16"-18" you best buy some oars.
