Dave,
a) with the power demands on board, did you consider using gel type (optima) batteries?
b) i have a 55lb thrust electric troller on a 16 ft aluminum boat...wish i had twice that.
ok three questions...
c) what happens when you get caught out there on windy days?
a> These two batteries came out of my Bass Boat when I put in three Optimas. I figure I will use them until they die and then proceed from there.
b> I have a 24 volt
PTSv Tracking setup on my 18 foot Bass boat. 82 lbs of thrust. I have the Pinpoint sonar/GPS network installed too. Those Optima batteries make it all work effortlessly.
c> The pond is 5 acres and protected by high banks all around. Even on a 45-50 mph wind day, I have never seen a wave over 12 inches. With both front and rear thrusters running at maximum the barge has 110 lbs of thrust. If all else fails, I'll let the Barge run up against the shore and walk back to the house.
