On average how many years can you get out of a trolling motor?

[250bassFL]

My MG had to go in the shop when I picked up my 2006 ARIES new. It would kick on by itself, and about dump you out the boat. Got fix, hasn't had a issue since. My Minn Kota trolling motors have been worked on a number of times. And I don't even use them often.

[billnorman1]

Forever. You'll just have to change out a few parts now and then. They'll last, but maybe not always work, then it's up to you what to do with them.

[InternationalMarine Brian]

Motoguide on my first boat was 18 years old. Still running as far as I know.

[TOUCH OF CLASS]

.I have a minn Kota year 2000 cant kill it.Plastic head is new but the components are all original

[krindgen]

Not long. Everyone needs an Ultrex. It's a "game changer."

[MoBob]

I just changed out my 2002 MG Tour 109 for an almost new one made in 2015. It lasted 16 years and was sloppy and noisy but working fine. It required a few minor upgrades over the years but was totally reliable and incredibly tough. I did wear out a few mounts in the same timeframe. They will last a very long time if maintained once in a while.

[Fish Whisperer]

Fortrex 101 came with my boat purchased new in Sept of '09. Only issue I have had was when I hit a submerged rock at just about full speed, knocked the motor off kilter. Had to bring it to the shop for that repair. Other than that a few plastic parts for the mounting bracket here and there, it has been flawless.

[mactlman]

mines 18 and works like new?? minn kota/evinrude

[T. Hill]

Just swapped out a 99' Motor-Guide 24V-80# that was not Digital and couldn't be repaired. It still ran on high but no variable speed. That thing pulled a Champion 221 for darn near 20 years. Wish they still made things like they use to.

[snapshotmd]

I've had a MG Brute 765 almost catch fire. I think this was a '00 vintage motor that came with my boat. The wire insulation inside the head dry rotted and caused a short. Put some electrical tape on and it was good to go!

[fr8dog]

I have an '84 Evinrude Scout 12 volt and a 90(?) OMC 12/24 that are still working great for what I need.

[RangerRic]

20 yrs. +/- on my foot-operated ones, even longer with my transom/hand grip models.
Parts availability can become an issue on the older guys.

[friogatto]

Hang onto that Great White. The new X5 is total crap.

I thought I would upgrade my 36v Great White to the new X5, lasted 1 trip before calling MG and seller trying to figure out how to get this thing off my boat.
Put the old 2005 Great White back on. Still running strong.

Things I have fixed:
Plastic head will crack at the shaft, new plastic was $28.
Speed controller went out. $30

I have a spare 36v Great White I found local. Recommend you keep an eye out for one unless you want to switch the MK. Some parts are no longer available.

[The Mountain Man]

My first Maxxum lasted at least 15 years and was well used. Ran fine when I sold the old boat.

[bassnman81]

I guess it has a lot to do with how much one uses it. I fish twice a week, some times three times a week about 48 weeks a year. I installed the third one a few years ago.

[larryhyco]

I still have my 2000 24 volt Maxium on my Ranger that came on it.

[st041986]

I've ran my 2009 Maxxum hard up until last month when I replaced it with a new Ultrex. It was starting to stick on me so could use a brush kit. I'll be keeping it as a backup in case the Ultrex gives me any problems.

[rboren]

I have worn one out to the point of needing rebuilding. Guess it depends on how much you fish and what kind of fishing you do. The one I have now is 7 years old and still looks good and operates as it did new.