We have a torqeedo and a Mecury 6 hp 4 stroke, both from the prior owner of our boat, so I've compared them side-by-side. The 6 hp can get our 10 ft. PortaBote up on plane 13 kts., and with a separate tank has a really, really long run time. Downside? Small gasoline engines require fresh fuel and maintenance. And, the weight makes it a challenge to take on & off the boat, though we have a system now that makes it a lot easier.By comparison, the torqeedo is nearly slient, I can put it on the boat with one hand, and I recharge the battery from my 12 volt system on Astralis. Heck, if I want to extend the range, I can just bring one of my house batteries and connect the torqeedo to it. Downsides? The electrical connections can be a bit finnicky, and you won't get more than about 4 kts. out of it. I would personally not buy an off-brand electric.I like both, and its great that I have options.Bruce1994 C&C 37/40+ "Astralis"Sent from Samsung tablet. -------- Original message --------From: John Conklin via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Date: 5/31/20 11:52 AM (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: John Conklin <jconk...@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: Stus-List Outboard motor for dinghy I looked hard at that one at Annapolis boat show last year Super light nice affordable package. No where near the power of the torquedo Though
There is one other I also really liked will look for the brochure. John Conklin S/V Halcyon S/V Heartbeat www.flirtingwithfire.com On May 31, 2020, at 10:55 AM, David Knecht via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: 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 <pastedGraphic.tiff> 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 _______________________________________________ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray
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