Trolling motor question.

[Blue_Runner]

I have 1975 9.9 hp Johnson long-shaft (20") that came with my V. The previous owner bought it for $400 on eBay. It works great but I rarely use it anymore. The reason is two-fold - 1) it would be in the way when I wasn't using it. 2) It isn't really made for saltwater so it likes to corrode.

I'm holding onto it though in case I ever get a john-boat or small skiff. Matter of fact I'm going to use it soon to test out the little skiff Flyfishin has been refurbing.

I would just about recommend using a trolling plate on the big motor instead of having an extra kicker motor....assuming you'd only have it for trolling and not necessarily for a safety back-up motor in the event there were issues with the big motor.