Trolling motor battery
Apr 8, 2020 17:49:16 #
Hawk
Loc: Lake Mary, FL.
Has anyone used a lawn mower battery to run their trolling motor. I have a 55 lbs. minkota and was thinking of using a lawnmower battery to reduce weight in my flat back canoe. If so, how long can I fish on a charge?
Thanks, I fish Misquito lagoon and the St. John’s river in central FL.
Hawk
Thanks, I fish Misquito lagoon and the St. John’s river in central FL.
Hawk
Apr 8, 2020 18:13:39 #
If your battery isn't a deep cycle battery--and I don't know if a lawn mower battery is but i don't think so--then it won't last very long. Deep cycle batteries are designed to be run under heavy loads like a trolling motor. Batteries which are used primarily for starting engines like cars, motorcycles and lawnmowers are designed for that purpose. You can use them for your trolling motor but they'll run down fairly quickly and fail much sooner than a deep cycle. So, it all depends on how much disposable income you're willing to commit to frequent battery changes.Get a small deep cycle and save yourself a long paddle back from the place where it fails because they never fail near the canoe or boat launch area. It's just one of nature's laws; you can't change it.
Apr 8, 2020 19:23:06 #
Hawk wrote:
Has anyone used a lawn mower battery to run their trolling motor. I have a 55 lbs. minkota and was thinking of using a lawnmower battery to reduce weight in my flat back canoe. If so, how long can I fish on a charge?
Thanks, I fish Misquito lagoon and the St. John’s river in central FL.
Hawk
Thanks, I fish Misquito lagoon and the St. John’s river in central FL.
Hawk
Welcome to the Forum, Hawk. Do what you want, I would put up with the size and weight for the extra charge. In answer to your question, no, I haven't.
Apr 8, 2020 19:23:49 #
Cranking Amps, check out the requirements before you venture. Like the doc says save yourself a long paddle.
Apr 8, 2020 20:18:39 #
finschasers69
Loc: taylor co. w.v.
using a standard type battery is asking for trouble it won't last long enough on a charge. & after repeatedly charging it won't last you a year .definitely go with a small deep cycle battery or you will be using your paddle a lot
Apr 9, 2020 00:09:31 #
The Optima deep cycle battery is lighter that most. And holds a charge a long time.. Dakota Lithium Batteries are less than half the weight of gell or acid batteries. But spendy.
Apr 9, 2020 09:58:43 #
Apr 9, 2020 11:10:53 #
JRK227
Loc: Cedarburg, WI
I use a utility battery that is made for use on a garden tractor, much lighter and I can troll on medium settings for about 3 hours.
Apr 9, 2020 14:41:18 #
John D
Loc: Duncanville Alabama
Good morning Hawk,
A friend on mine has several light 14’ aluminum Jon boats on his 20-30 acre ponds near Demopolis Alabama & that’s all he uses. His electric trolling motors are 25-35 lb. thrust & those little batteries work really well.
One of his rules is you must bring battery to barn after you’re done fishing & put on a charger. I’ve used them on some of the ponds around my place also. You can’t use all of your electronic gizmos but for trolling they’re very good.
A friend on mine has several light 14’ aluminum Jon boats on his 20-30 acre ponds near Demopolis Alabama & that’s all he uses. His electric trolling motors are 25-35 lb. thrust & those little batteries work really well.
One of his rules is you must bring battery to barn after you’re done fishing & put on a charger. I’ve used them on some of the ponds around my place also. You can’t use all of your electronic gizmos but for trolling they’re very good.
Apr 9, 2020 18:20:44 #
Welder 73
Loc: McHenry Illinois
Hay hawk, I think you’ll end up killing your mower batteries. I used a blue top optima for years. It was heavy getting it back up the side of gravel pit and a pain. Last year I bought an AGM type of deep cycle battery. Less than 1/2 the weight (28 pounds) and lasts twice as long. A little pricey but worth it
Apr 9, 2020 22:41:50 #
Fyrchf
Loc: St. Charles, Mo
If you want to reduce weight in you battery, get a Lithium deep cycle battery, very light
Apr 9, 2020 23:08:58 #
They do a good job I’ve used them a few times. I was actually surprised. Would advise taking 2.
Apr 10, 2020 12:32:50 #
FixorFish
Loc: SW Oregon
I have used "scooter" batteries for the past 5-6 years. A Duracell AGM Deep cycle, 35amp hrs.. $90-95 @ Batteries Plus. Size, ~6"w x6"h x8"l, 23 lbs. Basically the same size as a lawn tractor or motorcycle battery. I have two in the lake boat running a 34lb thrust Watersnake motor, but have only needed the second one on a few long days (more than 6hrs). The size and weight make it ideal for my 9' Sea Eagle and the battery fits perfectly in an Igloo Playmate cooler, with a small notch in the lid to accommodate the wiring.
In short....NO, DON'T USE A LAWNMOWER OR MOTORCYCLE BATTERY !
Deep cycle batteries are constructed differently in their plate spacing and ability to charge/discharge consistently. Those other types have a "crank power output"....big initial surge, to turn over an engine.... not a factor when using an electric motor, and a constant drain on that type will definitely "kill it ", rather quickly.
The lithium deep-cycle are even lighter at 12-14lbs, however your wallet may end up weighing absolutely nothing, once you pay the variously $300-$800 pricetag !
In short....NO, DON'T USE A LAWNMOWER OR MOTORCYCLE BATTERY !
Deep cycle batteries are constructed differently in their plate spacing and ability to charge/discharge consistently. Those other types have a "crank power output"....big initial surge, to turn over an engine.... not a factor when using an electric motor, and a constant drain on that type will definitely "kill it ", rather quickly.
The lithium deep-cycle are even lighter at 12-14lbs, however your wallet may end up weighing absolutely nothing, once you pay the variously $300-$800 pricetag !
Apr 10, 2020 13:20:58 #
I’m using a small 4 wheeler battery for a 40# TM with running lights hooked to it. I know, it’ll bite me in the ... 1 day. Oh well!
Apr 10, 2020 14:10:27 #
FixorFish
Loc: SW Oregon
Yes......yes it will. Hope you're not trying to get back to shore in a hurry, when fate arrives... fingers crossed !
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