changing minn kota fortrex shaft length

[J.oliverfishing2009]

I have a 52" shaft minn kota fortrex. I made the mistake of buying that size before i found out how shallow I like to fish and how much i love fishing in Florida haha..Ive been told that you can have the shaft cut down to a 45" but I dont know who I would have to contact to do it. I was just curious if anyone has had theirs cut down or if anyone has done it themselves because i wouldnt think there would be a whole lot to it. Any info on doing it yourself or who i should contact would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[Jonestrollingmotor]

A 45" shaft will not lay properly on the "long" 52/62" mount. You cannot cut the shaft either - would have to replace the shaft

[stratos3317]

How old is ur trolling motor? I made the mistake when I got a 45 inch fortrex.....the opposite problem. I'm from the north and a longer shafts would be better suited in rough water.....

[J.oliverfishing2009]

really? I was told by a minn kota rep that the mounts were the same and that you can get a certified minn kota dealer to cut the shaft down? You dont do trades on trolling motors by any chance do you? haha

A 45" shaft will not lay properly on the "long" 52/62" mount. You cannot cut the shaft either - would have to replace the shaft

[J.oliverfishing2009]

I PMed you stratos3317

How old is ur trolling motor? I made the mistake when I got a 45 inch fortrex.....the opposite problem. I'm from the north and a longer shafts would be better suited in rough water.....