I also have an EP-20 and really like it. I had it on a Lowe Roughneck 1652 with a 48V Lithionic 200aH battery. Top speed was 7.8mph. I am moving it to a Weldcraft flat bottom, square bow 1656 that should do a little better. Flat Bottom Weldcrafts Jon Boats seem to be a very efficient hull for electric motors. Some guys I know are getting over 13mph with Torqueedo 10.0 on Weldcraft 1860s. I am hoping for 9-10mph with the new Weldcraft hull. The boat is fully decked out with about 350 lbs of aluminum. Hull weighs 375lb bare. The battery weighs 225 lbs. So the whole boat is in the 1000lb neighborhood.
They are tough motors. The batteries is a critical element to get the full potential of the motor. Flat Bottom boats do get better speeds. I personally like the mod-v fronts. Choppy water helps cutting I feel like. Thanks for commenting and watching sir.
I appreciate the kind words. Electric only is one of my passions. The Lord is foremost. We have been fishing these electric only lakes here in Georgia for 30 years and are very passionate. God Bless
@@merrickmcclure6058 I hear ya. I'm very interested in electric as well, which is why I ended up here, heh. Been eyeing these Elcos for years so its cool to see more people showing their set up!
@@GadgetMan777 you need to check out ePropulsion. They have some of the most technically advanced motors available and the cost is slightly less than the competition. They also have some awesome lithium batteries that communicate directly with the motor. Check em out!
@@merrickmcclure6058 Awesome, will do! I have a pontoon I'd like to convert one day. I have a Model 3 (Tesla) and definitely a believer in the tech. Thx again 👍
I recommend soldering the wire ends on for that plug system it helps prevent moisture getting into the wires where crimping isn't as solid of a connection and much more likely to get moisture into your wires
Yep, don’t solder high current connections. Get a UL rated crimp tool and UL connectors for the best possible connection. Then use some adhesive lined polyolefin heatshrink for water tightness and insulation.
It drains very easy. I personally have not ever winterized the motor since I’ve had it. I keep mine in my garage and I fish 12 months out of the year. I do each time drop the motor all the way down and let all water drain out before tilting up. Thanks for watching!
Merrick, thanks a lot Sir. I learnt a lot. I am very new to boating. If I buy this electric motor, will it work with any steering system? Also do the motor comes with throttle and electrics (like consumption rate, remaining power etc.)? Thanks for your reply.
You can purchase either the remote steer like the one in my video or a tiller steer. The tiller obviously does not have a separate throttle body like the remote steer has. The Elco does not have built in consumption rate/power remaining. They do sell upgrades for a meter that can provide you with estimates of amp/volt/etc. I simply bought a 48 volt - volt meter off of amazon and works fine once you learn the draw down curve to lead acid batteries. Thanks for watching and the comment!
electric outboards do pretty well on smaller pontoon boats since there is less wetted hull surface in the water. trouble is a lot of pontoons are set up as floating living rooms with lots of heavy furniture and other junk, it's hard to find a pontoon that is set up for fishing.
I think those lituhiam battery's r going to make it much faster and lighter. Like to see it wut she does . Thanks great video explaing electric outboard not to much information on them .
Update: I test ran some lithium batteries yesterday. I was topping out around 7.6 mph. I could tweak the setting on the angle of the motor position and feel I could gain .1-.2 mph. The Lithium batteries are amazing. I reduced my battery weight over 300 lbs when running total lithium. They were AMAZING.
Great discussion. I'm just looking for when the gas motor goes. It's old. I figure I'll pick up one of these instead of gas. I'm still watching and waiting to hear on pricing of the motor and battery. How long will it run full throttle?
If I recall correctly the EP20 runs around 5k without batteries. The benefit to the Elco is you can utilize different style batteries (ie: lithium, lead acid/agm, etc...). I am now running a sealed AGM 110 amp hour battery. The lakes I fish I run 100% throttle to the first spot. I then run 3/4 throttle for the duration of the day. When I run back in I run 100% throttle. Longest distance to initial spot is usually less than 4 miles. The key is pairing the right battery. Higher amp hour batteries are ideal (nothing less than 100 amp/h). Only down fall would be the higher the amp/h the more the battery weighs. Hope this helps. God Bless
@@merrickmcclure6058 Actually, your information was very helpful. Thank you. As for the price I've been looking. They aren't much different than the gas motor if not a little cheaper. The batteries are what put them over.
I got a Triton TR 20 that I'm getting ready to power with an electric motor. There are so many electric only lakes now it only makes sense. You can run gas motors in some of the lakes I want to fish but it has to be a 9.9. I'm thinking about a 9.9 elco. Do you think I should run one or just get a transom mount 36v? An advice would be appreciated thanks
Richard, it depends on what your expecting. If you wanting to gain the most speed and money is not an option then an electric outboard would be ideal. If you wanting to get going initially, I would start off with a 36 volt transom. Then when your ready to upgrade to an electric outboard you always have a back up transom trolling motor. With a boat that size, I would highly recommend going with a 36 volt bow mount. Electric outboards are great but battery conservation is critical. There are some nice batteries available now that have the higher amperage that can give longer run times. Get over to Decked Out Jonboats on Facebook and follow them. They give some good input on building these electric only boat setups. God Bless
I have a 36v bow mount so I'm good there. It's such a big boat but I can't fish in small boats comfortably due to years of bodily abuse LOL. I'm just not sure if a 9.9 electric motor would be worth messing with. I can't go any bigger due to lake restrictions
@@richardbranton2780 One strong advantage electric outboards have are they are brushless motors. Trolling motors are not durable enough to make those long runs year after year. Running trolling motors could possibly last 5-10 years. If you have large lakes I would suggest making that leap due to durability of an electric outboard brushless motor.
I didn't even think about that but your right. I run lithium batteries in my gas bassboat so I'll probably run them in this boat also and yes they are worth the money. Thanks for the advice
You need to keep in mind that non-professional microphones pick up high pitched sound better than low-pitched sound. Those gas outboards are much throatier and don't sound as loud on video as they do in person.
I was getting around 7mph on refurbished batteries. They were 120 a/h agm batteries that were heavy! The folks at TBNation helped me build my new boat and we decided to no longer run the Elco. There might be changes in the future…subscribe if you haven’t to see future electric outboard videos.
Yes we did run the batteries down even with the 120 a/h agm’s. AGM batteries will slowly curve down with lower speeds. This motor draws around 140amps if I remember correctly at 100% throttle.
So how much does the barriers weigh vs fuel. And when they die can I just go to the dock and swap them for full batteries. I'm not against the electric I just thing, like cars, there's still alot to be addressed
Batteries do weigh more than gas and gas tank. Just for clarity I fish lakes that mostly only allow electric only. We don’t have the option to run gas motors. If batteries are conserved properly in a day of fishing they will last an entire day. One day I look to upgrade to lithium batteries which will make a substantial difference.
I am grateful for the detailed explanation. You should apply to Elco as their spokesperson. As you mentioned in it, it is nearly impossible to find a detailed video on usage for these outboard Elco motors. How many hours can you get with those four batteries, and what are the amps and voltage of each battery?
Thanks for the comment. I run four 100 amp/hr batteries. The motor draws around 180 amps at 100% power. I can run to the first spot at full throttle and then have to iddle back to half throttle for the remaining part of the day.
@@merrickmcclure6058 3 years later you can run (1) 48v 400ah battery if you are pressed for room (and a lot less weight) like I am on my mini 15 ft pontoon.
@@merrickmcclure6058I'm about to put on the 20 with (4) 12v 230ah lithiums. Seems like your setup. Is there a noticeable difference from the 100ah in run time?
Merrick, my name is Chris in Newborn Ga, I have a 2019 bass tracker with a 40 hp Mercury on it and I want to sell it so I can get something like what you have for reservoir fishing n such and maybe one day fish turkeys with y’all big Dawgs. I just need some help getting started. Can I use the same cable system and throttle that’s on my boat now? Who did yours? Where did you get the batteries? Man I woul love to pick your brain for 5-10 min on the phone.
Seems like it needs a different prop. Considering how much the thing costs and all the batteries. The performance from the same physical size outboard is twice as much and a whole lot cheaper. If ya had a small dinghy with some lightweight lithium batteries. That would be a blast.
Merrick, if you like help with batteries, then please reach out. I have worked in the battery industry for years, and specialize in the deep cycle division.
but a 20HP gas would probably get you around 15 to 20 MPH on that boat. Also when you do the math converting watts to HP that is only an 11.9 HP and is the reason it only goes 6.5 MPH wide open. I realize they claim it is equivalent to a 20 HP gas model but it really is not or it would go as fast as a 20 hp gas model.
I had years ago put a 25 hp on this boat and it would not plane out. I did not have GPS back then but I would guess I was getting around 8 mph. So I could agree with Elco that it is equivalent to a 20 hp.
John Smith on fresh batteries (newer) I can get 7+. I am planning before the end of the year to be testing a higher amp hour batteries that are lithium. Lighter weight and higher amps should definitely increase my speed. Keep in mind we fish lakes were 1 mph can be substantial. You might want to talk with Elco to better understand the motor being equivalent to a 20hp. I unfortunately do not have the answers. I know for a fact on my boat with a 25 hp gas motor, it will not plane out.
@@merrickmcclure6058 I do thank you for the response. I am very interested in the electric motors, but I am VERY disappointed in them trying to trick us into things that just are not so. I do not care what they claim I only care about facts and when you do the math of watts to HP the 20HP rated electric is only an 11.9.
@@ronaldmathis3695 I am not interested in bogus ratings, but actual ratings. HP is HP, there is no special rating for electric motors verses an engine. As for torque yes an electric does have more torque than engine of the same HP, but manufacturers are being dishonest when they give so called comparison ratings of HP instead of actual ratings. I refuse to buy from any manufacture that does not give actual ratings.
@@zedwpd "cleanng the fuel injectors" only happens when you dont run synthetic fuel through it before it sits. other than gear oil, wich you need to do with this thing too, its extremely low maintenance and much much higher performance per lb.
Been running it for quite a few years and never called a “tow boat.” Also the water supply lakes I predominantly fish are electric only and don’t have a “sea tow” or “tow boat US.” The Elco still hasn’t let me down yet.
I live on the golf wouldn't work out here to well. We go sometimes 150 miles offshore to get what we're looking for. I have twin 500 hp. And sometimes feel underpowered.@@merrickmcclure6058
If things go the way they say they will, we're gonna have plenty of fuel. And let's face it, our new outboards are as clean as possible. Were not talking the 60s or even the 90s It's up to people to not spill fuel , and oil, and keep their rig clean. Can't put that on gas outboards. If they made a hybrid engine and the boat a big generator, i'd buy it. Electric alone, won't cut it for me, and doesn't have to, thanks to the vote.@@merrickmcclure6058
There are factors for electric outboards that are not comparable to gas outboards. Battery weight verses gas tank…I carried some serious weight on batteries. I’ve ran a 25 hp gas motor on that same boat and it never got the boat on plane. Maybe this response will make you consider more thoughts before downing the concept of electric motors. God Bless
wow.. $5000 outboard.. another $800 in batteries for 6MPH.. Your boat is too heavy for a 20 HP electric outboard. Put that Elco EP-20 on a 150 pound jon boat and you could probably reach 20+ MPH. For a heavy fiberglass boat like that you need 60+HP
We are very fortunate and blessed. We were blessed to have won a National Championship and received the ELCO at no cost. The AGM batteries I run does not cost $800. You can shop around for batteries for less than half that cost. I went with this old Cajun for two reasons...it costed only $250 when I bought it and it’s a very stable boat on the water.
@@merrickmcclure6058 that is awesome to get that Elco for free. and that boat for $250.. i am in Missouri and we have to title boats, and outboards and most things available for super cheap have no title.
@@allstarpawn396 I bought it from a good friend that knew the previous owner. I’m actually in the process of fixing a 16’ Alumacraft and will be selling the Cajun. Going all aluminum and no more wood/glass.
Ask most visitors to an all electric reservoir and folks are quite satisfied with the speeds. We all have opinions and I appreciate you taking the time to give your thoughts. Fits our electric only fishing lakes quite well.
It is all good BUT the energy density of regular petrol is 50-100 times higher compared to lithium-ion batteries, and 500 more than those of lead-acid batteries. This is that simple. Petrol engines are less efficient of course but a 15hp engine with a 20L tank can take you 200km away within 5-6 hours. It will take 20-30 hrs to do the same with electric motor, and couple of hundred kgs of lead-acid batteries.
Good points...The lakes I fish do not allow gas motors. So to say petrol is more efficient...where I fish it is not since they are not allowed. Thank you sir for the comments.
@@zedwpd great. The motor is 100grand, plus another 100grand for the battery pack, which btw weighs at least half a tonne. Great technology for being on the water 🤣
@@zedwpd lol they do not have a 200km range. more like 50km, 3x the price, and 2x the weight of a gas motor. gas motor gets lighter as you burn fuel, electric stays the same. gas can be refueled in minutes virtually anywhere, and you can take more with you. marine electric motors are a joke.
I also have an EP-20 and really like it. I had it on a Lowe Roughneck 1652 with a 48V Lithionic 200aH battery. Top speed was 7.8mph. I am moving it to a Weldcraft flat bottom, square bow 1656 that should do a little better. Flat Bottom Weldcrafts Jon Boats seem to be a very efficient hull for electric motors. Some guys I know are getting over 13mph with Torqueedo 10.0 on Weldcraft 1860s. I am hoping for 9-10mph with the new Weldcraft hull. The boat is fully decked out with about 350 lbs of aluminum. Hull weighs 375lb bare. The battery weighs 225 lbs. So the whole boat is in the 1000lb neighborhood.
They are tough motors. The batteries is a critical element to get the full potential of the motor. Flat Bottom boats do get better speeds. I personally like the mod-v fronts. Choppy water helps cutting I feel like. Thanks for commenting and watching sir.
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The comments here just prove how much personal emotion people put into using gas lol. Who cares. This set up is cool and is great for fishing.
I appreciate the kind words. Electric only is one of my passions. The Lord is foremost. We have been fishing these electric only lakes here in Georgia for 30 years and are very passionate. God Bless
@@merrickmcclure6058 I hear ya. I'm very interested in electric as well, which is why I ended up here, heh. Been eyeing these Elcos for years so its cool to see more people showing their set up!
@@GadgetMan777 you need to check out ePropulsion. They have some of the most technically advanced motors available and the cost is slightly less than the competition. They also have some awesome lithium batteries that communicate directly with the motor. Check em out!
@@merrickmcclure6058 Awesome, will do! I have a pontoon I'd like to convert one day. I have a Model 3 (Tesla) and definitely a believer in the tech. Thx again 👍
I recommend soldering the wire ends on for that plug system it helps prevent moisture getting into the wires where crimping isn't as solid of a connection and much more likely to get moisture into your wires
you're not meant to solder high amp connectors, crimping is reccommended, but yeah some heat wrap cover would do the trick
Yep, don’t solder high current connections. Get a UL rated crimp tool and UL connectors for the best possible connection. Then use some adhesive lined polyolefin heatshrink for water tightness and insulation.
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Great video, appreciate the detail. I read that the EP20 is water cooled, is it difficult to drain for winterizing?
It drains very easy. I personally have not ever winterized the motor since I’ve had it. I keep mine in my garage and I fish 12 months out of the year. I do each time drop the motor all the way down and let all water drain out before tilting up. Thanks for watching!
Merrick, thanks a lot Sir. I learnt a lot. I am very new to boating. If I buy this electric motor, will it work with any steering system? Also do the motor comes with throttle and electrics (like consumption rate, remaining power etc.)? Thanks for your reply.
You can purchase either the remote steer like the one in my video or a tiller steer. The tiller obviously does not have a separate throttle body like the remote steer has. The Elco does not have built in consumption rate/power remaining. They do sell upgrades for a meter that can provide you with estimates of amp/volt/etc. I simply bought a 48 volt - volt meter off of amazon and works fine once you learn the draw down curve to lead acid batteries. Thanks for watching and the comment!
What rpm? Seems those electric motors can run a higher pitch prop. Since their more torquier then petrol
Do those systems not come with safety teathers
They do have a kill switch.
Great job and thanks for your time and the video
Thank you sir. Going to be posting a video in the next couple weeks of my new boat build. Keep an eye out for it.
electric outboards do pretty well on smaller pontoon boats since there is less wetted hull surface in the water. trouble is a lot of pontoons are set up as floating living rooms with lots of heavy furniture and other junk, it's hard to find a pontoon that is set up for fishing.
I have an old partikraft 150f (fishing version), only 16'. Definitely considering going electric.
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I think those lituhiam battery's r going to make it much faster and lighter. Like to see it wut she does . Thanks great video explaing electric outboard not to much information on them .
Update: I test ran some lithium batteries yesterday. I was topping out around 7.6 mph. I could tweak the setting on the angle of the motor position and feel I could gain .1-.2 mph. The Lithium batteries are amazing. I reduced my battery weight over 300 lbs when running total lithium. They were AMAZING.
Great discussion. I'm just looking for when the gas motor goes. It's old. I figure I'll pick up one of these instead of gas. I'm still watching and waiting to hear on pricing of the motor and battery.
How long will it run full throttle?
If I recall correctly the EP20 runs around 5k without batteries. The benefit to the Elco is you can utilize different style batteries (ie: lithium, lead acid/agm, etc...). I am now running a sealed AGM 110 amp hour battery. The lakes I fish I run 100% throttle to the first spot. I then run 3/4 throttle for the duration of the day. When I run back in I run 100% throttle. Longest distance to initial spot is usually less than 4 miles. The key is pairing the right battery. Higher amp hour batteries are ideal (nothing less than 100 amp/h). Only down fall would be the higher the amp/h the more the battery weighs. Hope this helps.
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@@merrickmcclure6058 Actually, your information was very helpful. Thank you.
As for the price I've been looking. They aren't much different than the gas motor if not a little cheaper. The batteries are what put them over.
I got a Triton TR 20 that I'm getting ready to power with an electric motor. There are so many electric only lakes now it only makes sense. You can run gas motors in some of the lakes I want to fish but it has to be a 9.9. I'm thinking about a 9.9 elco. Do you think I should run one or just get a transom mount 36v? An advice would be appreciated thanks
Richard, it depends on what your expecting. If you wanting to gain the most speed and money is not an option then an electric outboard would be ideal. If you wanting to get going initially, I would start off with a 36 volt transom. Then when your ready to upgrade to an electric outboard you always have a back up transom trolling motor. With a boat that size, I would highly recommend going with a 36 volt bow mount. Electric outboards are great but battery conservation is critical. There are some nice batteries available now that have the higher amperage that can give longer run times. Get over to Decked Out Jonboats on Facebook and follow them. They give some good input on building these electric only boat setups.
God Bless
I have a 36v bow mount so I'm good there. It's such a big boat but I can't fish in small boats comfortably due to years of bodily abuse LOL. I'm just not sure if a 9.9 electric motor would be worth messing with. I can't go any bigger due to lake restrictions
@@richardbranton2780 One strong advantage electric outboards have are they are brushless motors. Trolling motors are not durable enough to make those long runs year after year. Running trolling motors could possibly last 5-10 years. If you have large lakes I would suggest making that leap due to durability of an electric outboard brushless motor.
I didn't even think about that but your right. I run lithium batteries in my gas bassboat so I'll probably run them in this boat also and yes they are worth the money. Thanks for the advice
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That is a pretty loud whine
It's not as loud as a gas motor.
@@merrickmcclure6058 not as loud as my atomic inboard diesel
You need to keep in mind that non-professional microphones pick up high pitched sound better than low-pitched sound. Those gas outboards are much throatier and don't sound as loud on video as they do in person.
What max speed can you go? did you ever run empty your battery? (what size of battery you set up for this )
I was getting around 7mph on refurbished batteries. They were 120 a/h agm batteries that were heavy! The folks at TBNation helped me build my new boat and we decided to no longer run the Elco. There might be changes in the future…subscribe if you haven’t to see future electric outboard videos.
Yes we did run the batteries down even with the 120 a/h agm’s. AGM batteries will slowly curve down with lower speeds. This motor draws around 140amps if I remember correctly at 100% throttle.
So how much does the barriers weigh vs fuel. And when they die can I just go to the dock and swap them for full batteries. I'm not against the electric I just thing, like cars, there's still alot to be addressed
Batteries do weigh more than gas and gas tank. Just for clarity I fish lakes that mostly only allow electric only. We don’t have the option to run gas motors. If batteries are conserved properly in a day of fishing they will last an entire day. One day I look to upgrade to lithium batteries which will make a substantial difference.
I am grateful for the detailed explanation. You should apply to Elco as their spokesperson.
As you mentioned in it, it is nearly impossible to find a detailed video on usage for these outboard Elco motors.
How many hours can you get with those four batteries, and what are the amps and voltage of each battery?
Thanks for the comment. I run four 100 amp/hr batteries. The motor draws around 180 amps at 100% power. I can run to the first spot at full throttle and then have to iddle back to half throttle for the remaining part of the day.
@@merrickmcclure6058 3 years later you can run (1) 48v 400ah battery if you are pressed for room (and a lot less weight) like I am on my mini 15 ft pontoon.
@@zedwpd I now am running it with 200 amp batteries. Very impressed with the setup with lithium batteries. Appreciate your subscription to my channel.
@@merrickmcclure6058I'm about to put on the 20 with (4) 12v 230ah lithiums. Seems like your setup. Is there a noticeable difference from the 100ah in run time?
@ I am now running lithium pros batteries. I’ve got 4 - 48v packs that have a total of 200ah. The days of lead acid are gone.
What a great video. Cool to see full electric and how it works. Love your channel! #AlwaysBeRecording #YOLOteking
Merrick, my name is Chris in Newborn Ga, I have a 2019 bass tracker with a 40 hp Mercury on it and I want to sell it so I can get something like what you have for reservoir fishing n such and maybe one day fish turkeys with y’all big Dawgs. I just need some help getting started. Can I use the same cable system and throttle that’s on my boat now? Who did yours? Where did you get the batteries? Man I woul love to pick your brain for 5-10 min on the phone.
You can send me a message on Facebook or email me (mccluremerrick@gmail.com). I will be glad to talk with you in more detail.
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It does give some sound but overall it’s relatively quiet.
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Seems like it needs a different prop. Considering how much the thing costs and all the batteries. The performance from the same physical size outboard is twice as much and a whole lot cheaper. If ya had a small dinghy with some lightweight lithium batteries. That would be a blast.
Full throttle 6mph and 100kg+ of batteries 🤣 10kg 2hp outboard for $200 be just as fast
Merrick, if you like help with batteries, then please reach out. I have worked in the battery industry for years, and specialize in the deep cycle division.
Appreciate it Morgan. I have changed up to a different amp/hr battery higher amps and am loving them. Would love to talk with you sometime to discuss.
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but a 20HP gas would probably get you around 15 to 20 MPH on that boat. Also when you do the math converting watts to HP that is only an 11.9 HP and is the reason it only goes 6.5 MPH wide open. I realize they claim it is equivalent to a 20 HP gas model but it really is not or it would go as fast as a 20 hp gas model.
I had years ago put a 25 hp on this boat and it would not plane out. I did not have GPS back then but I would guess I was getting around 8 mph. So I could agree with Elco that it is equivalent to a 20 hp.
John Smith on fresh batteries (newer) I can get 7+. I am planning before the end of the year to be testing a higher amp hour batteries that are lithium. Lighter weight and higher amps should definitely increase my speed. Keep in mind we fish lakes were 1 mph can be substantial. You might want to talk with Elco to better understand the motor being equivalent to a 20hp. I unfortunately do not have the answers. I know for a fact on my boat with a 25 hp gas motor, it will not plane out.
@@merrickmcclure6058 I do thank you for the response. I am very interested in the electric motors, but I am VERY disappointed in them trying to trick us into things that just are not so. I do not care what they claim I only care about facts and when you do the math of watts to HP the 20HP rated electric is only an 11.9.
@@JohnSmith-ug5ci Thank you sir.
@@ronaldmathis3695 I am not interested in bogus ratings, but actual ratings. HP is HP, there is no special rating for electric motors verses an engine. As for torque yes an electric does have more torque than engine of the same HP, but manufacturers are being dishonest when they give so called comparison ratings of HP instead of actual ratings. I refuse to buy from any manufacture that does not give actual ratings.
To get everything is over 20k for a 50hp is 8500k charger is 15k battery 🔋 another 5000k u can keep it bud
They are not quite that cost. You can buy competitor electric outboards for around 6k for motor/lithium battery pack.
Yes but add up your fuel costs per year and you probably break even in a few years?
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@@Bella0480 and oil, and winterizing, and spark plugs, and cleaning the carbs/fuel injectors, etc
@@zedwpd "cleanng the fuel injectors" only happens when you dont run synthetic fuel through it before it sits. other than gear oil, wich you need to do with this thing too, its extremely low maintenance and much much higher performance per lb.
All I see is sea tow, or tow boat US
Been running it for quite a few years and never called a “tow boat.” Also the water supply lakes I predominantly fish are electric only and don’t have a “sea tow” or “tow boat US.” The Elco still hasn’t let me down yet.
I live on the golf wouldn't work out here to well. We go sometimes 150 miles offshore to get what we're looking for. I have twin 500 hp. And sometimes feel underpowered.@@merrickmcclure6058
If things go the way they say they will, we're gonna have plenty of fuel. And let's face it, our new outboards are as clean as possible. Were not talking the 60s or even the 90s It's up to people to not spill fuel , and oil, and keep their rig clean. Can't put that on gas outboards. If they made a hybrid engine and the boat a big generator, i'd buy it. Electric alone, won't cut it for me, and doesn't have to, thanks to the vote.@@merrickmcclure6058
You'll prob. be glad to here, i'm all electric in my home though, and drive a hybrid. I try to do my part. Just can't do the boat thing bro.
20hp and you didn't even get on the plane.
There are factors for electric outboards that are not comparable to gas outboards. Battery weight verses gas tank…I carried some serious weight on batteries. I’ve ran a 25 hp gas motor on that same boat and it never got the boat on plane. Maybe this response will make you consider more thoughts before downing the concept of electric motors. God Bless
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The 40 second intro highlights my sponsor(s). Thank you for the suggestion.
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wow.. $5000 outboard.. another $800 in batteries for 6MPH.. Your boat is too heavy for a 20 HP electric outboard. Put that Elco EP-20 on a 150 pound jon boat and you could probably reach 20+ MPH. For a heavy fiberglass boat like that you need 60+HP
We are very fortunate and blessed. We were blessed to have won a National Championship and received the ELCO at no cost. The AGM batteries I run does not cost $800. You can shop around for batteries for less than half that cost. I went with this old Cajun for two reasons...it costed only $250 when I bought it and it’s a very stable boat on the water.
@@merrickmcclure6058 that is awesome to get that Elco for free. and that boat for $250.. i am in Missouri and we have to title boats, and outboards and most things available for super cheap have no title.
@@allstarpawn396 I bought it from a good friend that knew the previous owner. I’m actually in the process of fixing a 16’ Alumacraft and will be selling the Cajun. Going all aluminum and no more wood/glass.
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I want to go electric. Gas fumes + noise and my daughter will not be a good combination.
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motor should get 25mph
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depends. Put it on the titanic and it wont get anything.
not for me
That thing is slow. A trolling motor gets me close to 6mph for less than $400.
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Wow thats soooo sloooow. Tesla should make outboards.
a 20 is too small for a fiberglass boat of that size if you want to go faster. Must get the boat on plane.
Just put a 30 hp 2 stroke on it
There are a lot of electric only lakes now... It is good to have an electric option.
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Namer 28 disel outbard best
horrible speed
Ask most visitors to an all electric reservoir and folks are quite satisfied with the speeds. We all have opinions and I appreciate you taking the time to give your thoughts. Fits our electric only fishing lakes quite well.
It is all good BUT the energy density of regular petrol is 50-100 times higher compared to lithium-ion batteries, and 500 more than those of lead-acid batteries. This is that simple. Petrol engines are less efficient of course but a 15hp
engine with a 20L tank can take you 200km away within 5-6 hours. It will take 20-30 hrs to do the same with electric motor, and couple of hundred kgs of lead-acid batteries.
Good points...The lakes I fish do not allow gas motors. So to say petrol is more efficient...where I fish it is not since they are not allowed. Thank you sir for the comments.
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They make 300hp electric outboard motors I bet they will get to 200km in less time than 20-30 hours.
@@zedwpd great. The motor is 100grand, plus another 100grand for the battery pack, which btw weighs at least half a tonne. Great technology for being on the water 🤣
@@zedwpd lol they do not have a 200km range. more like 50km, 3x the price, and 2x the weight of a gas motor. gas motor gets lighter as you burn fuel, electric stays the same. gas can be refueled in minutes virtually anywhere, and you can take more with you. marine electric motors are a joke.