ZX 225 owners

[512]

What length shafts are you running on your trolling mlotors? I currently have a Minn-Kota Maxxum 80 lb thrust with a 45" shaft. I am wanting to upgrade to a 101lb thrust and was considering going to a 52" shaft but really don't want alot of motor sticking up in front. Suggestions?

[ZXskeeterB]

I would definatley get the 52" shaft. I have had the 42" on my last 2 ZX225's and they are too short. They should come from the factory with a 52" shaft.

[wildkat7]

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For sure....my current TM is the 42" and it comes out of the water way to easy....if/when it takes a dump, I'll have a 52" shaft.

[FireSam]

52" shaft is the only way to go.

[SkeeterJohn]

I "believe" mine is a 52" but i'd have to measure it to be certain.

[Neilslure]

If you fish in any kind of chop, I would say go with the 52. I have a 42 and it comes out of the water pretty easy.

[dr. seuss]

WELL I BET MY SHAFT IS BIGGER THAN YOURS

[Z518 Comanche]

I have a 42 in on my ZX-190 and at times I could stand t have the 52 in

[512]

I think I am going to take you guys advice and get the 52" shaft. I found a place I can get a Maxxum 101 for $980. So in a week or two I will be installing the new TM. Thanks guys

[Debra Hengst]

Good Choice I have run the 52" on my boats for years

Debra

[SkeeterJohn]

You'll love the 101 yes it means another battery but they last all day in the heaviest of current/cover. I love mine and it's never let me down!

[512]

Glad to see you're back on the boards Debra. I hope all is well.

[itsakeeper14]

I have the 45" fortrex, does the job most of the time, but 52 would be nice at times. Definitely not 42". If you fish shallow you will hate the 52.

[JL]

I agree if you fish shallow you will hate the 52 and the extra weight of the battery. If you fish big water or current you will love the 101 52". I wish I had both. I have a 101 52" currently.

[wvu_tim]

I have the Minn-Kota 52" and I love it!!!! I can get in shallow water pretty well...
Mine sits down almost as low as it will go but still can get it the skinny water...
Plus it last all day!!!! I would never go back to a 24 volt system!!!!