Dale Niemann Posted November 24, 2003 Report Share Posted November 24, 2003 As I was taping seams today, I was thinking, always dangerous about propulsion when there is no wind. Oars are a last resort. We have some tide to worry about in the inlets. I was previously thinking a 2HP outboard. But had this idea of puting an electric on the rudder. Any ideas from you all out there. Was also wondering the best placement for a heavy battery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brent Posted November 24, 2003 Report Share Posted November 24, 2003 Likewise, I have considered an electric motor mounted on the rudder. I have built a small bracket that connects to the aft end of the rudder that will handle a typical transom mounted trolling motor. Havent tried it out. I figure the trolling motor will be plenty for those occassional situations where the wind is contrary or gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Designer Posted November 25, 2003 Report Share Posted November 25, 2003 Here is an 18' Sanpan that I designed a few years ago. The owner wanted electric power, so we made a well with a plug thru which we glassed in a shop made glass tube and cut down a 75# thrust motor to fit the plug. It turned out very well in practice, has plenty of torque and takes up very little space. I had intended to have a second plug for use under sail to eliminate the prop drag but the owner is happy with it the way it is. [attachment over 4 years old deleted by admin] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Day Posted November 25, 2003 Report Share Posted November 25, 2003 Graham, That is a slick installation! I have been thinking that I can eliminate a source of concern on my big boat by powering my Spindrift with an electric motor vs. a gasoline outboard. Obviously, I won't have to build a well, but it reinforces my thoughts about electric propulsion. Thanks for the cool photos. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dale Niemann Posted November 25, 2003 Author Report Share Posted November 25, 2003 Thanks Brent, Brad and Graham for the Great ideas and pics. Gives me more to think about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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