Blueally XB21
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I have an XB21 2+2 that I am going to upgrade the trolling motor on. The Minnkota Ultrex is offered in 45" shaft and 52" shaft. Which one do you guys with XB21's use?
Trolling motor shaft length?
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BigRWater
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For what it is worth.
I've only ever set in an XB21, I own a 2003, I do fish almost every weekend with my nephew (he has a real job) & do a few local tournaments... ...the longer the shaft the more your propeller stays in the water under less than ideal wind/current conditions.
I have a 60" and a 72 " for my XB 2003.
Even the 60" will come out of the water. I don't remember the 72 inch coming out of the water, but maybe.
Longer may mean less free spin of the propeller, & for us, more fishing days.
For everyone else I fish with, I could use a 45 inch as they are all fair weather fishermen.
I've only ever set in an XB21, I own a 2003, I do fish almost every weekend with my nephew (he has a real job) & do a few local tournaments... ...the longer the shaft the more your propeller stays in the water under less than ideal wind/current conditions.
I have a 60" and a 72 " for my XB 2003.
Even the 60" will come out of the water. I don't remember the 72 inch coming out of the water, but maybe.
Longer may mean less free spin of the propeller, & for us, more fishing days.
For everyone else I fish with, I could use a 45 inch as they are all fair weather fishermen.
R2SNinja
Member
I just bought a XB21 boat and I was told if I bought anything larger that a 45" shaft I wouldn't be able to open the compartment without deploying your TM. food for thought.
GotMyAlly
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I've got a 45" ultrex on my 21.
Blueally XB21
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Thanks for all the input, I went with the 45". Works great for my type fishing so far. This Ultrex is an amazing motor!