Depends on how far you are going. You may also look at a self contained outboard. They are not very heavy and will give you more power. It's not how fast you go but how strong the wind is against you. Look in the 2 to 4 go range.
Good morning folks.
I have an 18' trailerable Hobo houseboat that needs a new power train.
For many reasons, I think electric is the best way to go...the biggest reason no doubt influenced in large part due to my own personal strength limitations after suffering a stroke in the last couple of years.
Trolling motors are not very heavy and Lithium batteries weigh much less than your standard lead acid ones.
The plan is to locate a used 12v trolling motor with the "best thrust for the buck"
and power it with a Lithium battery pack used for e bikes and mobility devices.
These battery packs are often available in voltages more than 12v (36, 48 etc.)
Can a 12v motor be hooked up directly to a higher voltage battery without modifications? Benefits of better efficiency at using higher voltage regarding speed and range?
So is this doable and what should I expect to see happen? Tips?
My boat weighs under 2,000lbs and I have lost the need for speed I had in my youth.
Regards,
Doug
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