Rt188 Fortrex upgrade

[jml]

Can upgrade to an 80 lbs Fortrex for 1200. Any concerns from those who have one. Not interested in an Ultrex.

[Bill Reynolds]

When I bought my RT188 I was concerned about how high the Fortrex sat on the bow and thought it would restrict line of sight so I went with an 80# MAXXUM. same TM just a different mounting bracket.
However, 2 years ago I bought an Ultrex which has the same mounting bracket as the Fortrex and proved myself wrong about the line of sight; don’t even notice it.
Bottom line, that’s a great trolling motor, no negatives that I know of.

[Lou22]

I don't have an RT 188, but I do have a 80lb Fortex on my tin boat, and its a beast. Paired with a Ninja Blade, you can plow through a pad field leaving nothing but trimmings in your wake. :)

[tcesni]

I like my Fortrex, also added a Grass Goat for fishing weedy lakes.

[madmurph]

Although I will be upgrading to an Ultrex for the spot lock feature, my Fortrex has been great. Very well built, very dependable, easy to stow and deploy.

[jml]

Thanks for all the input.

[BigDozer66]

I see plenty of good used Fortrex motors in the $500.00 range!

[FloridaFlyer]

I see plenty of good used Fortrex motors in the $500.00 range!

Exactly what I would do. Lots of used since many are going to Ultrex.

[Lowerider58]

I liked mine even though I upgraded to an Ultrex for spotlock. I still keep it as a spare since you can swap it out so easily if you have an issue.
If that’s upgrading a different TM on a new boat I’d do some looking around for a used one. I paid quite a bit less than that when I bought my Fortrex new from BBG Marine.

[n2ratfishin]

I’ll not have another boat without Spot Lock!

[BigDozer66]

I’ll not have another boat without Spot Lock!

This is the truth!

[RiverZX]

Have an RT188 with Fortrex 80. Great TM.

[GeauxTide]

Had a Fortrex for 4 years. Great motor. Upgraded to Ultrex when they came out. Best accessory I've ever bought.

[FloridaFlyer]

Ditto....double ditto...triple ditto on Ultrex Spot Lock...

Best accessory ever for fishing. But he said he didn't want one so I suggested a USED Fortrex so that when he uses an Ultrex Spot Lock on another boat that he will not be out so much when he upgrades. I love it.

[jml]

Thanks for all the replies, still on the fence what to buy. May just wait till next year and reconsider . 70 lb edge still works.

[thebentpole]

Ultrex is a game changer. Spot lock gets all their hype, but the heading feature is awesome! Point where you want to go and it compensates for wind, waves, whatever while you fish!!!

[Wannabfishin]

I just upgraded to a new trolling motor for the spotlock/anchor mode. I upgraded from the Fortrex and I am worried to death whether I made a good choice or not. The Fortrex was a fantastic fit for me.

[King31]

Are you pricing this boat? My dealer upgraded to the 80lb Fortrex at no additional cost.

[jml]

I just upgraded to a new trolling motor for the spotlock/anchor mode. I upgraded from the Fortrex and I am worried to death whether I made a good choice or not. The Fortrex was a fantastic fit for me.

Waited to long to order for this years big trip, please keep us informed on your upgrade, thanks.

[jml]

Are you pricing this boat? My dealer upgraded to the 80lb Fortrex at no additional cost.

5 year old MK edge. 70 lbs.