What is everyones take on Trolling Motor Batteries?

skiff35 · 04-09-2008, 02:49 PM

I need to buy a new battery for my trolling motor and have looked on-line at all the different types now I.E. Gel, ANG, Optima etc. and was wondering what everyone thought of the battery that they are using. What do you like and what do you dislike. I need one for a MinnKota 54lb thrust 12 volt.

Thanks for your opinions.

Brad King · 04-09-2008, 02:59 PM

I have a 24v system and went the cheap route. I bought two Wal-Mart 12v. They are priced really well like $45 a peice, and they hold juice really well, and will push my 22' Century really well.(Motorguide Greatwhite 71lb).

The only downfall is every 11 months almost to the day, you have to buy two more. I don't know enough about electricity to understand why. So I just replace them once a year.

floridays · 04-09-2008, 03:16 PM

I've bought cheap ones beforeand I have alsobought blue top Optimas. I can not really tell a difference in how long either one of them last. I thinkit really depends on how much you use them and what kind of charging system you use.

RUSTY · 04-09-2008, 03:25 PM

I get mine from Walmart. They last as long as any other.

FishingMedic · 04-09-2008, 03:38 PM

I have a 24v trolling system and use the walmart batteries. I started using them years ago when a friend of mine on the B.A.S.S. circuit explained why he used em. "The other batteries may be good but if one messes up at 4 in the mornin', who's gonna replace it? There is ALWAYS a walmart open 24 hrs within driving distance of most ramps" :bowdown:bowdown

From what I understand, Most batteries are made by only a few major manufacturers anywaysand then labeled privately for the store buying/selling them http://www.batteryfaq.org/ :doh:doh

curtpcol · 04-09-2008, 03:42 PM

Havetwo gel deep cycles and have had them about 3 years and worth every dime. I do have a in-line battery charger . Don't know if that has anything to do with it .Still going strong though .

Boatjob1 · 04-09-2008, 03:42 PM

I got a flyer yesterday from West Marine, they have a 665cca Seavolt regularly 89.99 for sale for 49.99. Suposed to be a "no splill" that can allow angles up to 45 degree (perfect while leaving the pass). Other than something like that, I'm with the others, 40 buck cheapie and I'm ready to roll, but I always have a dual battery rig, and I even carry a rechargeable 12 volt jump with me just in case. Good luck with whatever you decide..... T

ted-hurst · 04-09-2008, 04:06 PM

Agree withWalmart batteries but I use a battery tender that slow charges them and have not had a problem. I have a 12v 50lb Minnkota Endura trolling motor on a 14 ft Jon boat (not a lot of weight to move around).

Ted

skiff35 · 04-09-2008, 08:42 PM

Thanks for the input guys.

jpaul · 04-10-2008, 12:26 AM

What about the guy at the corner of Palafox and Fairfield????

04-09-2008, 02:49 PM	#1
skiff35 Member Ruby Red Lip Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 77	What is everyones take on Trolling Motor Batteries? I need to buy a new battery for my trolling motor and have looked on-line at all the different types now I.E. Gel, ANG, Optima etc. and was wondering what everyone thought of the battery that they are using. What do you like and what do you dislike. I need one for a MinnKota 54lb thrust 12 volt. Thanks for your opinions.

04-09-2008, 02:59 PM	#2
Brad King Senior Member White Marlin Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Gulf Breeze Posts: 3,082	RE: What is everyones take on Trolling Motor Batteries? I have a 24v system and went the cheap route. I bought two Wal-Mart 12v. They are priced really well like $45 a peice, and they hold juice really well, and will push my 22' Century really well.(Motorguide Greatwhite 71lb). The only downfall is every 11 months almost to the day, you have to buy two more. I don't know enough about electricity to understand why. So I just replace them once a year. __________________ Capt. Brad King South Again Charters LLC www.southagain.com captbrad@southagain.com Inshore/Nearshore Charters

04-09-2008, 03:16 PM	#3
floridays Senior Member Snapper Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 537	RE: What is everyones take on Trolling Motor Batteries? I've bought cheap ones beforeand I have alsobought blue top Optimas. I can not really tell a difference in how long either one of them last. I thinkit really depends on how much you use them and what kind of charging system you use.

04-09-2008, 03:25 PM	#4
RUSTY Senior Member Snapper Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: PENSACOLA/SHERMAN COVE Posts: 489	RE: What is everyones take on Trolling Motor Batteries? I get mine from Walmart. They last as long as any other.

04-09-2008, 03:38 PM	#5
FishingMedic Senior Member Grouper Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Pensacola Posts: 1,010	RE: What is everyones take on Trolling Motor Batteries? I have a 24v trolling system and use the walmart batteries. I started using them years ago when a friend of mine on the B.A.S.S. circuit explained why he used em. "The other batteries may be good but if one messes up at 4 in the mornin', who's gonna replace it? There is ALWAYS a walmart open 24 hrs within driving distance of most ramps" :bowdown:bowdown From what I understand, Most batteries are made by only a few major manufacturers anywaysand then labeled privately for the store buying/selling them http://www.batteryfaq.org/ :doh:doh __________________ "This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God may be glorified through it." - John 11:4

04-09-2008, 03:42 PM	#6
curtpcol Senior Member Snapper Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Perdido Posts: 523	RE: What is everyones take on Trolling Motor Batteries? Havetwo gel deep cycles and have had them about 3 years and worth every dime. I do have a in-line battery charger . Don't know if that has anything to do with it .Still going strong though .

04-09-2008, 03:42 PM	#7
Boatjob1 Senior Member White Marlin Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 2,939	RE: What is everyones take on Trolling Motor Batteries? I got a flyer yesterday from West Marine, they have a 665cca Seavolt regularly 89.99 for sale for 49.99. Suposed to be a "no splill" that can allow angles up to 45 degree (perfect while leaving the pass). Other than something like that, I'm with the others, 40 buck cheapie and I'm ready to roll, but I always have a dual battery rig, and I even carry a rechargeable 12 volt jump with me just in case. Good luck with whatever you decide..... T

04-09-2008, 04:06 PM	#8
ted-hurst Senior Member Snapper Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Pensacola Posts: 584	RE: What is everyones take on Trolling Motor Batteries? Agree withWalmart batteries but I use a battery tender that slow charges them and have not had a problem. I have a 12v 50lb Minnkota Endura trolling motor on a 14 ft Jon boat (not a lot of weight to move around). Ted

04-09-2008, 08:42 PM	#9
skiff35 Member Ruby Red Lip Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 77	RE: What is everyones take on Trolling Motor Batteries? Thanks for the input guys.

04-10-2008, 12:26 AM	#10
jpaul Senior Member Mingo Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 178	RE: What is everyones take on Trolling Motor Batteries? What about the guy at the corner of Palafox and Fairfield????

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