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  1. Tin Man

    Battery Charging for Starter and House Batts (LA and LifePO)?

    I was originally planning on one group 24 starting batt and one deep cycle for house batts. They will both fit in my rear battery compartment. After some consideration and deciding on LifePo batts up at bow for for my TM batts, I am reconsidering my house batt options. Considering adding a...
  2. Tin Man

    Merry Christmas Everyone!

    Thank you! Merry Christmas to all and their families!
  3. Tin Man

    Hello

    Congrats on the purchase! I'd first be sure she is watertight. Check condition of rivets and seams and look for corrosion. Then as suggested to remove paint....try paint remover, palm sander, and the poly wheel....in that order....least to more aggressive. The wire wheel I'd be concerned...
  4. Tin Man

    She's Gone....

    I wanted to congratulate you, but you said it was a sad day. I'm glad to hear it went to someone who appreciates it and saw the value in how you made it such a nice boat. I have many boats that I should have kept...both power and sail. I still think about them time to time. But the new boat...
  5. Tin Man

    Merry Christmas Everyone!

    Merry Christmas to all! May you and your family be safe, happy, and healthy!
  6. Tin Man

    Preferred battery Chargers for LifePO Batteries?

    So, (2) 12V/100amp LifePo batts is what I believe I will be installing for my new MK Terrova 24V/80/60 (non Quest model). I believe I will be going with the LiTime 12V/100 batteries designed for Trolling Motors ... LiTime Trolling Motor Batts I will be needing a 2 bank charger capable of...
  7. Tin Man

    Lithiums on MK 24V/80/60...NO Speeds Higher than 85% for Prolonged Times?

    Never ran a 24V in this boat so I do not know how much thrust will be needed, with 1-3 aboard and gear, to troll at 2-3mph, as I do troll 2-3mph for several hours (Striper hunting!). I also Bass fish which is not much trolling. I will also will use the rabbit function the same way as thill...
  8. Tin Man

    Lithiums on MK 24V/80/60...NO Speeds Higher than 85% for Prolonged Times?

    Thanks for the specifics about both types of batteries. After speaking with local MK dealer where I purchased, they said that keeping motor foot pedal seeting at #8 would aid in keeping motor from reaching full max thrust. Setting 8 I assume would be close to the 85% stated in install...
  9. Tin Man

    NEW Terrova 24V/80#/60"!!!

    Installed!
  10. Tin Man

    Lithiums on MK 24V/80/60...NO Speeds Higher than 85% for Prolonged Times?

    Just installed my new MK Terrova 24V/80#/60". Reading through battery connection portion of manual this section has me concerned: "Minn Kota trolling motors can run on Lithium-Ion batteries. However, they are specifically designed to run on traditional lead acid batteries (flooded, AGM or...
  11. Tin Man

    NEW Terrova 24V/80#/60"!!!

    Yes, I always use Lanocote on all SS nuts/bolts and tighten with hand tools...never power tools. It is replacing a Power Drive model so it is as perpendicular as it's going to get...using a couple of same mounting holes. I wonder how critical perpendicular is, seeing as the boat is...
  12. Tin Man

    NEW Terrova 24V/80#/60"!!!

    I thought the sensor had to be in close proximity to motor and on centerline of hull.....for accuracy and Bluetooth connectivity? According to MK....it's only used for the "jogging" function....of course they've been wrong before.
  13. Tin Man

    NEW Terrova 24V/80#/60"!!!

    I pulled the trigger on the "New" model Terrova (model #1358380) ...not the Quest model. Purchased from my local boat shop in my city which is an authorized MK dealer for sale and service. They have Xmas special which included no sales tax...straight MK pricing. good through 12/25/23. Ordered...
  14. Tin Man

    Where are you purchasing your new Trolling Motors?

    If it wasn't for the different mounting hole pattern, I would have strongly considered the MG, especially since it links with my Lowrance HDS Live 9. However, not sure how much of the FF controls for TM I would use. The remote offers all of what I need. I'll be adding a foot pedal to have...
  15. Tin Man

    12V/100amp Timeusb Lithium Batt - Which Charger for Correct Charging Protocols?

    I reached out to Timeusb again about the specific chargers… they stated 10amp would be just as good, just take longer to charge…, which is obvious. 10x2 as Fuzxy suggested it is! Going with a Noco.
  16. Tin Man

    12V/100amp Timeusb Lithium Batt - Which Charger for Correct Charging Protocols?

    I agree...not sure if the 20amp charger is what they think/believe should be used, or is it a REQUIREMENT for the battery in question. I am a total newb to Lithiums and want to be sure I don't void any warranties with Timeusb due to incorrect charging protocols.
  17. Tin Man

    12V/100amp Timeusb Lithium Batt - Which Charger for Correct Charging Protocols?

    I am considering the Timeusb Lithium batts sold on Amazon. Vendor recommended, (2 in series) of their 12V/100amp Pro Lithium for my 24V/80# MK TM I reached to vendor and they stated the following for charging.... #2 "Regarding the charger, we recommend a battery charger that supports LiFePO4...
  18. Tin Man

    Where are you purchasing your new Trolling Motors?

    I'm not purchasing because of the new features....I'm upgrading the paltry 12V/42# TM that BPS stuck on there! It just happens that the new version has just come out as I'm preparing to purchase. Last years model in only about $300 less with discounts. For $300, I'll go newer model. I don't...
  19. Tin Man

    Where are you purchasing your new Trolling Motors?

    No...sale price deducts tax...so motor is full price $1999 but no tax...so $1999 OTD
  20. Tin Man

    Where are you purchasing your new Trolling Motors?

    Just called my local MK dealer (in my hometown!)......same price as everyone else $1999.99....but on sale through 12/25.....sale is...TAX included!!!! That's $175 in my area!!! I didn't consider them, as they are usually much higher priced on fishing tackle.....I just assumed their parts and...
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