Re: Engine mount Minn Kota trolling motors.

drskew@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
 wrote:

> Well, I must be missing something.  What's the advantage of mounting
> these on your rudder, vs. a simpler, cheaper, and more reliable
> transom mounted trolling motor?  

I have no experience with such, but have been speculating a bit about a
similar arrangement. My reasons were
  - Does not spoil traditional looks
  - Steerable motor from the usual tiller arrangement (also on reverse)
  - Easier to remove and hide when leaving the boat
  - Easy to remove (replace rudder) when sailing, no extra drag
  - The rudder would protect the engine when grounding or beaching


-H