Need some input about new trolling motor purchase

[Wvnitroman]

Hey all, I'm in the market for a new trolling motor, must have some form of spot/anchor lock. I've been seriously considering a Minn Kota Ultrex 24 volt - 45" shaft. Here is what I can't seem to get a solid answer about. I do NOT have Humminbird graphs, I DO have Garmin. Can I install my GT54 Garmin transducer on the bottom of the Ultrex motor and NOT have electrical interference from the trolling motor to the Garmin graph? (Garmin Ultramap 106SV) The trolling motor and graphs have separate batteries; they are NOT powered from the same source. Thanks All!!!

[jimsch]

Buy the Quest

[Wvnitroman]

Seems like an easier solution but I'm struggling with the cost of the Ultrex let alone the Quest.

[fishin couillon]

From my experience....i had the exact Ultrex you are questioning. Only had the US2 built in ducer. Have Garmin units with multiple GT54's and each one had interference from the trolling motor. I just learned to live with it over the years. Now, I just switched over to the Garmin Force Pro with GT56 built in and no interference but of course it's a brushless troller.

From reading many post on here and in my opinion, dont think you will be able to get rid of the interference with a brushed motor.....

[Wvnitroman]

Not sure this is relevant since it's a different motor, but I currently run a Motorguide Pro Series that is brushed and have no electrical interference at all.