I may be putting an Xi3 or Xi5 on my Pro 170. Can anyone advise me on what length shaft to order? Thanks
I may be putting an Xi3 or Xi5 on my Pro 170. Can anyone advise me on what length shaft to order? Thanks
Go to tracker boats web site. It shows the P 170 using a Minn Kota with a 45" shaft. I would expect the Xi3/Xi5 should be the same
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Tracker 190 TX
90 hp Merc
Fortrex 80 w/ 52" shaft
My 175 came with a Edge hat had a 45" shaft. But you need a longer shaft for the Xi5. IT has about a 6 inch collor on the shaft for adjusting the hight that you need to deduct right off the bat. My Xi5 is the 60" and im glad i didnt get any shorter. I like a longer shaft to go deeper for pulling cranks. And my boat sits pretty high in the front. The 54" or what ever size around there would probably be the best bet for the 170.
Andy
2004 Pro Craft 192 SuperPro
I got a 195 and highly recommend a 54” model. Like stated above the collar takes a few inches away. The 170 I believe sits lower so you might swing a 45 but my 45 comes out sometimes when the waves are rolling good.
Thanks guys. That's exactly what I needed.
Don't know if it means anything, but BP only lists a 60" & 72" 24 volt. MG site still shows the 45 & 54 so who knows.
I never had an issue with a 45" Xi5 on my 175 and I've been in some pretty big rollers. Yeah the prop would surface occasionally but never enough to be a problem since I was always spot locked in the really bad stuff anyway. Plus I HATE having a trolling motor stick way up when fishing shallow/stumpy water.
2023 Xpress H18 with 115 SHO and Powertech NRS4 21p
8" Bob's Action Jack
Garmin Echomap 12, 10, 9, and LVS34 networked with Netgear Switch
Ultrex
Trick Steps and Ramp N Clamp
Pulled by a 2016 single cab HEMI Ram
Treat others like you want to be treated when on the water EVEN WHEN IN A TOURNAMENT! No fish is worth having a confrontation because you cut someone off or came in on top of someone.
Is either the 12V Xi3 or Xi5 with the 45" shaft available with a transducer built into the foot of the trolling motor?
I am pretty sure all xi5 motors or at least the ones with the pinpoint gps features have a 2d transducer built in.
Wayne Purdum
Charlottesville, Va.
Helix 12 CHIRP MEGA+ SI G3N/G4N, Helix 15 CHIRP MEGA SI+ GPS G4N
SOLIX 12 SI/G3, Helix 8 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G4N, Ultrex 80/LINK, MEGA360,
MEGA LIVE, LIVE TL
Thanks Wayne, looks like the Xi5 940800211 is the one with the specs I need. I appreciate the help.
What kind of fishing do you do? The wireless footpedal is difficult to use in tight spaces or running down a bank.
I will probably use the handheld wireless remote for steering. I’m hearing most owners prefer that.
2023 Xpress H18 with 115 SHO and Powertech NRS4 21p
8" Bob's Action Jack
Garmin Echomap 12, 10, 9, and LVS34 networked with Netgear Switch
Ultrex
Trick Steps and Ramp N Clamp
Pulled by a 2016 single cab HEMI Ram
Treat others like you want to be treated when on the water EVEN WHEN IN A TOURNAMENT! No fish is worth having a confrontation because you cut someone off or came in on top of someone.
So you are using an Ultrex? If I had a 24V system, I probably would too.
Last edited by deadwood; 01-25-2019 at 07:05 PM.
Do you have room for a 3rd battery? You would be just fine with a pair of group 24's or 34's if weight is a concern.
2023 Xpress H18 with 115 SHO and Powertech NRS4 21p
8" Bob's Action Jack
Garmin Echomap 12, 10, 9, and LVS34 networked with Netgear Switch
Ultrex
Trick Steps and Ramp N Clamp
Pulled by a 2016 single cab HEMI Ram
Treat others like you want to be treated when on the water EVEN WHEN IN A TOURNAMENT! No fish is worth having a confrontation because you cut someone off or came in on top of someone.
No room for third battery without cutting aluminum and encroaching on already extremely limited (and much needed) storage.