Despite the extra cost, I am starting to like the idea of an electric. I also found this motor: EP Carry (https://www.electricpaddle.com/index.html). It is made in the US, slightly cheaper and lighter than the Torqeedo but otherwise seem functionally equivalent. A bit less high tech and less cool factor (no integrated USB charger or charge display). One thing I think I like is that the battery pack is separate and connects with cable to motor. So moving the motor from dinghy to C&C is two light packages (14 pounds and 6 pounds with the battery in a floating case). For normal use, I would simply bring the battery pack home each time and recharge it. Dave
S/V Aries 1990 C&C 34+ New London, CT > On May 31, 2020, at 10:35 AM, John Conklin via CnC-List > <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > > Yep Torqeudo next for me for sure (if I don’t find a used 2.5 or something) I > have a LEHR 9.9 I M happy to sell my back Just can’t quite handle that one. > Just had a long discussion with a guy at town dock he loves it!! And charges > up easily from his solar panel > > John Conklin > S/V Halcyon > S/V Heartbeat > www.flirtingwithfire.com > > >> On May 31, 2020, at 6:02 AM, Nathan Post via CnC-List >> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: >> >> Consider replacing with an electric. I got a Torqueedo 1103S for my dinghy >> (9ft Zodiac rib). The motor with battery is around 38 lbs but disassembles >> and the battery can be installed after you put the motor on the boat. Quiet, >> no fuel, no mess, No smell, runs every time as long as you charge it. The >> 503 Model is under 30 lbs I think if you are concerned about weight. Also >> depends on which battery you get. More money up front but a lot less hassle >> in the long run I expect (new this year for me). >> Nathan >> S/V Wisper
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