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bilge pump as propulsion
"Doug J" wrote in message
ups.com... On Feb 16, 2:43 pm, "Shaun Van Poecke" I'd go with an old used cheep trolling motor with a busted speed controller. Clean it, replace the brushes and mount it on one of the transoms with a hinge that lets it flip down into the water and then steer with the rudders. Add a simple on/off switch and avoid the variable speed controller or any other electronics that will just present other points of potential failure. Best Regards Doug www.submarineboat.com im with you there doug, that would suit my budget and my temperament perfectly. even used trolling motors on ebay in australia attract quite a premium... Ive seen second hand 40lb motors going for up to AU$250! since ill probably chop it anyway, buying new is not a big concern of mine, and ill only want full speed, so drect wiring seems the way to go. what is the general thought on the life of a trolling motor? are replacement bushes readily available? Shaun |
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