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I have 8 of the Coldwater 453s and had exactly the same problem as described in the previous comments. Seemed to get worse after a year of use. After 2 years I called the Okuma office and complained. Even though they were out of warranty, I was given a repair authorization number to send back to Tuna Tony's. Talked to Andy on the phone and he said the new drag washer setup would solve the problem. Sent them out and had them back two weeks later. Just paid for shipping out. They are excellent now, no problems. At the time about 2years ago Andy said they don't sell Coldwaters any more because Okuma never fixed the problem. Don't know if they fixed it by now. I also have Covector 30s for spring browns. I have since installed the washers supplied by Tuna's and they are much better. Installing the drag washers is not difficult. Sent from my SM-J737V using Lake Ontario United mobile app

Pa Matt: guessing you are from Pa. If you are in NE Pa and have a useable block, try Performance Engineering in Hanover Twp, Pa, near Wilkes Barre. Best in the business at rebuilds. Sent from my SM-J737V using Lake Ontario United mobile app

I find I catch a bit more on dipsies than riggers. I use 50 lb powerpro braid and have no problems. Powerpro has a new type with a slippery coating that is a bit better on the fleas. Sent from my SM-J737V using Lake Ontario United mobile app

Meant to say DEKA batteries, not Deca Sent from my SM-J737V using Lake Ontario United mobile app

The deep cycle batteries are usually not maintenance free. They are very thirsty and require water frequently. If you are not very vigilant and let the plates get exposed, they will be damaged. Some look like they do not have access to refill with DISTILLED water but if you look and pry carefully the covers with caps are there. I have been using the Duracell type from Sam's Club. They are made by Deca batteries in Pennsylvania and have been good for the price. Of course keeping them fully charged as much as possible is the other factor. Sent from my SM-J737V using Lake Ontario United mobile app

Well, no responses. I guess not too much use yet since they are very new. Sent from my SM-J737V using Lake Ontario United mobile app

I have a 36 volt 112 lb Terrova on a Trophy 2052 I/O. Boat weighs 3500 lbs. I troll with the main engine running as slow as possible, about 650 rpm with the 4.3 Mercruiser. Use the Terrova as autopilot and to control final trolling speed as necessary. It is extremely good at those functions. My problem is deploying it and retrieving it when done. Can be bad in 3+ ft waves. I don't believe you will have much luck using it as the only trolling power source on a 3500 lb boat. Sent from my SM-J737V using Lake Ontario United mobile app

Has any body been using the Yakima Spin Fish? How does the results compare to a regular meat rig ? Sent from my SM-J737V using Lake Ontario United mobile app

Bat 1 to bat 1 term on switch, bat 2 to bat 2 on switch, all positive on boat to output of switch EXCEPT supply to automatic side of bilge pump. That goes directly to a battery. That is in case you turn off the switch the auto side of the pump continues to work. If you can't fit all pos to the output of the switch neatly, run a red battery cable to a suitable buss and hook all pos there. ALL neg can go to a single, neat negative buss. Sent from my SM-J737V using Lake Ontario United mobile app

Take a look at a company called Oceansouth. They have a stainless one for up by to 96 in beam for a very low price of about 150. Seen it as low as $127. Seems too good to be true. Look at the boats for sale in this forum and there was a Trophy 2052 that was sold a few weeks ago with one on it. It comes with 6 rod holders but you can add more as the Trophy shows 8. Sent from my SM-J737V using Lake Ontario United mobile app

Don't forget about Sylvan, that is part of the group. A few years ago I was looking into buying a used Starcraft. They wanted $500 to transfer the warranty to a new owner for a two year old boat. Didn't buy it, crazy company. Sent from my SM-J737V using Lake Ontario United mobile app

I have a Sea Nymph GLS 175 with a 70 hp Yamaha 4 stroke. I use it for early spring browns. Also use it heavily for bass and walleye on Sandy Pond. Last year I put on a Motor Guide XI3 which is functionally the same as a Minnkota terrova. It is a 52lb.54 shaft 12v that was on sale at Cabellas. Paid $949 and got a 50 rebate on top so final cost $900. I use it as an autopilot for spring browns with the main motor pushing and the XI3 steering the course on low power. Easily gets about 5 hrs out of a good battery doing that but I keep two on board. Has the "anchor"function that works great for bass on a windy day. Sent from my SM-J737V using Lake Ontario United mobile app