My 50 H.P. Evinrude on a heavy 16.5 will troll down to 1.5 SOG but like using electric for control and quietness. Windy days I will run both.

 

I can get mine down to 1.8 but with any tail wind it bumps it over 2.0. I used my electric last time and only got 4 hours out of it. Granted it was almost ran at max the whole time. The plate will just be a backup for the electric.


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I was going to get one for my Merc 40hp 2stroke but decided against it

If you get the short one I do not know if you have seen this, from their outlet store I was going to buy it

https://www.ironwoodpacific.com/easytroller-trolling-plate-short-grade-3

 

I’m currently looking at putting a trolling plate on my new to me tracker. I’m running a 50hp mercury 2-stroke. The trolling plate I’m going with is the easy troller but there are two different models. The short model is rated for up to a 50hp and the standard is 50hp and above. Does anyone here run this same trolling plate? Hoping someone has the same motor and can give me some insight on which one to purchase.


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I am not sure how much this applies anymore but I used to have a 50 hp Johnson and was talking to the repairman at the marina about putting on a trolling plate when he was fixing my lower unit. At that time he told me to never put a trolling plate on an outboard as it would cause them to run hotter for some reason.(I think it was because of water flow but not sure) For that reason I have always used either a kicker motor or my electric troller. You might want to talk to a marine mechanic prior to going that route.

As I stated I am not sure if this applies anymore but it does not cost anything to ask the question from someone that might have knowledge in this area. It is a lot cheaper than trying to repair a 50 engine.

 

Never heard that before but I will definitely be asking before I purchase one. Thanks for the info!


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Newer bigger motors might be the question to ask. As to smaller newer ones and some oldies, no issues. Only issues is the waranty can/will be voided since you drilled holes in motor. Not a overheating issue.

 

Newer bigger motors might be the question to ask. As to smaller newer ones and some oldies, no issues. Only issues is the waranty can/will be voided since you drilled holes in motor. Not a overheating issue.

Mines a 2006 so there definitely isn’t any warranty left in her.


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Just drill the holes. Had one on my 90 for over 1100 hours

 

I’m going to. We are getting away from the original question though. I don’t know which model to buy.


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standard is 50hp and above. Do

Standard Is the one I would get.

 

That’s what I was leaning towards. Thank you.


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I had never heard it prior to that but seeing how he was a mechanic I had a very strong reason for believing him. (and he was not trying to sell me anything either)

Either you mis understood your mechanic or I'd look for a new one!

 

I have a trol a matic. Its spring loaded no strings to pull. Its on my 50 johnson 2 stroke. Only issue is reverse doesnt like a lot of throttle. You lose a little top end but I like it, and michigan made if memory serves me right

 

Troll a matic all way..never have to worry..ran one on 50hp merc for 20yrs..now have one on 90hp merc can troll at .8..easy install

 

The easy troller has a spring loaded back on it too. That’s why I picked it because I know I’ll definitely forget about it a time or two. Haha


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I have the Easy Troller and their fins. Lost 2-3 mph but happy with it. First time out after installation I made a short full throttle run with the plate down, didn't hurt it a bit. During installation I tied the rope without the outdrive down completely, that left it too short which tripped once down all the way. Another thing that is a common complaint and has already happened to mine is the rope breaks at the trip arm eye. Fixes are out there if you look hard enough. Tried wrapping the rope with black tape but couldn't get it through the eyelet. Need to drill that hole maybe .010" larger.

 

I swap out the rope for 1/16 stainless cable, mount a couple eyelets for guides & put a lawnmower type pull handle on it, no stretch, pulls very easy

 

I know I have a new one in pole barn that I will never use. I will see what it is tonight. If you are looking for one, I would give you a heck of a deal.

 

Let me know! I’d definitely be interested if it’s the one I’m looking at.


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I dont know if this is what you are looking for?

 

Unfortunately no. Thanks for checking though. I appreciate it!


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used to see round shaped ones with hole in center, spring loaded, not sure on who makes them, still see them on e-bay