Yes the current trolling motor is deck mounted on the front and used for boat positioning when fishing.?
Your ideas of a pod type motor or another deck mount in the rear seem to be the best option.
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After assessing all the power option I think I need to stick with 36 volts. Unfortunately they don’t make 48 volt trolling motors with the features I need up front and I don’t want three separate systems, 48v, 36v, and 12v.
What are you thoughts on twin 36 volt motors vs a single in regards to efficiency?
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