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03-16-2012, 02:01 PM #1
Trolling plates?
Ihave an 18.5 ft fiberglass Deep V with a yamaha F150. I haven't sprung for a kicker motor at this point. I can't get the 150 to troll slow enough (idles at 3.5 mph). anyone have any experience with trolling plates?Just curious as to how much it would slow my boat down. I would love to hit Erie's Jig bite but also troll if I wanted. i really don't like the looks of the trolling plates but I figured this would be a $100 quick fix for the spring until I can save up 3,000 for a 9.9.
thanks for the advice guys!
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03-16-2012, 03:04 PM #2
Here a thread on the subject!
http://community.walleye.com/showthread.php?t=3855
here is a link to a trolling plate!
http://www.johnsonmarinesupply.com/trolling_plates.htm
If you are interested in this plate then I would contact them to be sure it will work on your yamaha.Wakina
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03-16-2012, 07:26 PM #3
Ive used two different trolling plates, and they work fine. Still burn alot of fuel, but they work till you get a kicker. In fact, with the cost of fuel this year, a used 5-7.5hp kicker might save you money in the long run.
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03-16-2012, 08:08 PM #4
Trolling bags from Amish outfitters
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