StonecropR
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- Aug 14, 2016
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I have a 4 year old Intek 40lbs thrust trolling motor (barely used). It runs for 4 seconds in any setting and stops. It runs fine out of water. It will run at any speed with the prop half covered with water. I have tried three different batteries, cleaned connections, and checked the circuit board looking for bad connections or burns on circuit boards. If I bypass the circuit board and hook the wires direct from the battery to the motor (keeping the top on for coverage what issues could I encounter? I am using the motor (hope to) to push. 14' aluminum boat. I have a smaller 30lbs motor to steer with and provide a bit more thrust. I hope to get through the rest of this fishing season before I get a better motor. Please be kind, I am one of those over paid teachers you hear about. I am already working a second job, and have almost no spending money... Thank you to all who can help me move my boat to my next fishing adventure.