Minnkota Maxxum 80 lb thrust prop question

[newbie4life]

I've been looking on my trolling motor for a number for the prop -- pulled the prop off, can't see a number on it -- I have a little hunk off the blade, and it vibrates enough that I can feel it... want to get it fixed before it ruins a seal or something.

I can't tell which one it's supposed to be -- Anyone know where to turn for a reference chart of some kind? Looks like it could possibly be an MKP - 33 But I'm not positive. The blade design looks a little different... But then the TM is 5 or 6 years old already.

Is there such a thing as buying a prop that would take a little bigger bite out of the water? This thing has so much torque, I think I could go with a little steeper pitch???? Maybe that's not even in the cards...

Thanks for any help!

Jason

 

[Silvertip]

Re: Minnkota Maxxum 80 lb thrust prop question

Electric motors, just like gasoiline powered engines require a prop that is designed for the power of the motor. If you put more pitch on an electric motor that motor begins to draw more current. More current means shorter run times. Put the right prop on. Take the model number off your motor to Cabelas, Bass Pro, Dicks, or any marine dealer and they can help you.