# Boats & Motors **URL:** https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/utah-fishing-forum/boats-motors/272.md [Latest](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the Boats & Motors category](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/about-the-boats-motors-category/274)
**Author:** [@system](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 11:35am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/about-the-boats-motors-category/274 "2026-02-17T11:35:17Z")
Get help with fishing boats, motors, electronics, repairs, maintenance, upgrades, trailers, and boating advice from Utah anglers. --- ## [DC to DC on board charger](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/dc-to-dc-on-board-charger/475958)
**Author:** [@BURLEY](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/BURLEY)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2026, 5:44pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/dc-to-dc-on-board-charger/475958 "2026-07-30T17:44:47Z")
This is a Minn Kota Alternator MK1DC 12 volt to 12 volt charger for charging trolling battery while underway. It is not for Lithium batteries. lead acid only. Only charges when ignition is on and motor running. Reverse … --- ## [Boat cover and end-of-season gas](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/boat-cover-and-end-of-season-gas/473432)
**Author:** [@catchinon](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/catchinon)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2020, 1:25pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/boat-cover-and-end-of-season-gas/473432 "2020-10-15T13:25:26Z")
Excellent questions! Are you looking for a trailerable cover, storage cover or both. I have two covers, one for both applications. National Boat Covers is a good option for a regular cover. Transhield covers are great … --- ## [My Outboard woes](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/my-outboard-woes/473412)
**Author:** [@AFDan52](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/AFDan52)\ **Replies:** 1
--- ## [Yamaha F150TXR](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/yamaha-f150txr/473394)
**Author:** [@Bduck](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/Bduck)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2020, 1:20pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/yamaha-f150txr/473394 "2020-10-15T13:20:04Z")
--- ## [Mirror](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/mirror/473382)
**Author:** [@Bduck](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/Bduck)\ **Replies:** 0
--- ## [Oil Changes](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/oil-changes/473373)
**Author:** [@Bduck](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/Bduck)\ **Replies:** 0
Thanks Roger, I’ll have to check in to that meter. In the past, I’ve just changed it every few years but I have no idea how many hours are on it, I just know it’s always pretty clear. --- ## [Water /Fuel separator Filter size](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/water-fuel-separator-filter-size/473361)
**Author:** [@AFDan52](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/AFDan52)\ **Replies:** 0
--- ## [Leaky boat.](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/leaky-boat/473342)
**Author:** [@Mooseman75](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/Mooseman75)\ **Replies:** 0
--- ## [Prop damage](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/prop-damage/473287)
**Author:** [@catchinon](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/catchinon)\ **Replies:** 0
--- ## [Cleaning boat carpet](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/cleaning-boat-carpet/473286)
**Author:** [@catchinon](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/catchinon)\ **Replies:** 1
--- ## [Gas for 2-stroke](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/gas-for-2-stroke/473284)
**Author:** [@catchinon](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/catchinon)\ **Replies:** 2
--- ## [Running 4 stroke dry](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/running-4-stroke-dry/473278)
**Author:** [@catfishbait](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/catfishbait)\ **Replies:** 0
I changed to 4 stroke about 10 years ago. (Yamaha 100 carbureted) On all my previous motors (all Mercury 2 strokes) I always ran the carb dry just like my Dad taught me to when I was a kid. However, I have never done it… --- ## [Motor tune up recommendation?](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/motor-tune-up-recommendation/473269)
**Author:** [@cje04](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/cje04)\ **Replies:** 0
--- ## [Battery charging](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/battery-charging/473193)
**Author:** [@catchinon](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/catchinon)\ **Replies:** 0
\[quote=“"catchinon"”\] I have two batteries on my boat that need to be charged after a day of fishing. I have a smart charger that has 2 amp, 10 amp, 25 amp and Auto settings. I usually set it on 10 amps, but have used 2… --- ## [Boat wiring advice](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/boat-wiring-advice/473161)
**Author:** [@Kent](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/Kent)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2020, 10:18pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/boat-wiring-advice/473161 "2020-03-18T22:18:14Z")
--- ## [buzzing noise](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/buzzing-noise/471467)
**Author:** [@danell](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/danell)\ **Replies:** 8
--- ## [Motor issues and the help I received](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/motor-issues-and-the-help-i-received/469638)
**Author:** [@wiperhunter2](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/wiperhunter2)\ **Replies:** 3
On the backside of some tack’s there is a switch to select the number of cylinders you want the tack to read. Good to hear, guess I can try looking for one on Ebay or maybe even Amazon. --- ## [4 stroke outboard](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/4-stroke-outboard/469549)
**Author:** [@up2nogood](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/up2nogood)\ **Replies:** 0
--- ## [Speedometer not working](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/speedometer-not-working/469541)
**Author:** [@Bduck](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/Bduck)\ **Replies:** 4
--- ## [Fuel line](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fuel-line/469423)
**Author:** [@AFDan52](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/AFDan52)\ **Replies:** 1
\[font=Comic Sans MS\] \[/font\] \[font=Comic Sans MS\] Hi all , well this is a quick update. I finally managed to get to the fuel line issue in question , and to my surprise i found that my boat was a… --- ## [Well, I ordered a boat...](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/well-i-ordered-a-boat/469393)
**Author:** [@RockyRaab2](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/RockyRaab2)\ **Replies:** 3
Yes, that’s it - except that I’m getting it with the 50-horse instead of the 40, and in black. Fred’s Marine in Layton is the dealer. It’s a 16’8" boat, with a storage length (trailer tongue folded) of 20’1" and I plane… --- ## [Best store for boat prop advice?](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/best-store-for-boat-prop-advice/469104)
**Author:** [@wiperhunter2](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/wiperhunter2)\ **Replies:** 8
\[quote=“"liketrolling"”\] A guy I have fished with about 5 times his boy owns I think this place \[size=large\]\[https://www.utahpropdoc.com/ I’m going fishing Monday with 2 guys that know him real good . so I will tell … --- ## [Same Boat, New Motor](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/same-boat-new-motor/469078)
**Author:** [@Tin-Can](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/Tin-Can)\ **Replies:** 4
\[quote=“"Bduck"”\] Nice upgrade addition Forrest. Now you have to get it out on Willard to get it broke in so you can be ready for those ice off lakes coming. \[/quote\] Yep. I am planning to get the boat all put back to… --- ## [Outboard recommendations](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/outboard-recommendations/469068)
**Author:** [@mike\_d](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/mike_d)\ **Replies:** 2
Thanks for the recommendations and input. Weight is definitely a concern, as a 100+lb 9.9Hp with myself and gear about puts me at, or over, the limit of the little aluminum boat. --- ## [MinnKota Terrova](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/minnkota-terrova/327446)
**Author:** [@up2nogood](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/up2nogood)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2026, 12:37am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/minnkota-terrova/327446 "2026-01-24T00:37:26Z")
Bought a used 2012 Lund 1750 Tyee . Runs great the 150 horse gets right after it , the 9.9 kicker also runs great . The only problem I am having is with the MinnKota , first time out on Deer Creek didn’t know much about … --- ## [Minnkota Ulterra](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/minnkota-ulterra/327409)
**Author:** [@Bduck](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/Bduck)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2026, 4:09pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/minnkota-ulterra/327409 "2026-01-15T16:09:20Z")
This past year I made the plunge into the purchase of the Ulterra. I like the feature of self-deploy/stow which will save my back & knees from pain. The model purchased is 24v 80lb thrust 60" shaft. The only issue I have… --- ## [Trolling motor advice/help](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/trolling-motor-advice-help/327323)
**Author:** [@BRL1](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/BRL1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2025, 2:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/trolling-motor-advice-help/327323 "2025-11-15T02:10:50Z")
2017 Minn Kota Endura Max 55Lb stern mount on Alweld 17-foot modified V john boat. Long narrative to get to the point. Back story: Was on Rockport October 6 using the motor to troll for trout. Running 2.4 to 2.6 mph … --- ## [Outboard Industry Collapse!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/outboard-industry-collapse/327318)
**Author:** [@RockyRaab2](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/RockyRaab2)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2025, 6:23pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/outboard-industry-collapse/327318 "2025-11-09T18:23:37Z")
The video below says it all. The outboard motor industry is in deed doo-doo. (C&P the link) --- ## [Zipwake](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/zipwake/327267)
**Author:** [@Bduck](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/Bduck)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2025, 7:37pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/zipwake/327267 "2025-10-15T19:37:26Z")
\*What do you know about this item? I stumble upon this thru a boating forum with good reviews. Although pricey it can be operated on auto or manual. This is an option vs trim tabs. \* Zipwake 300S Dynamic Trim Control Sy… [Next page](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/utah-fishing-forum/boats-motors/272.md?page=1)