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    MotorGuide XI5

    Can anyone share information on how well these motors do in heavy vegetation

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    Like a box fan with no guard thrown into a jungle

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    I've run mine through some pretty thick millfoil with no problems.
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    Worst trolling motor I’ve ever owned,mine is a2016

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    Mine is a 36 volt and has been through some thick vegetation with no problem
    Bill Perry
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    Wow mine is a 2015 and has been the best thing I have ever bought for fishing.
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    I’ve had mine just this year and have only run it through some thick stuff one time. It cut through easily with no problems. It’s also been a great motor so far. Only issues I’ve had were the pedal draining batteries which I fixed by installing a switch. I’m getting better using the pedal but it is still a touchy thing at times.