MinnKota PowerDrive v2 (70 lb.)

[Dave Hardy]

Does anyone use the MK PowerDrive v2 trolling motor? Any reviews, positive or negative? We currently have a MinnKota that is going on its tenth or eleventh season, so I am pretty much sold on that brand.

However, I would love any perspectives. Looking to get one with the Universal Sonar, iPilot and AutoPilot -- any thoughts on whether these are worth the extra $$$.

Thanks,

Dave Hardy

[Gary Brady]

I have tried several trolling motors on my Tuffy Esox Mag over the last 10 years and the MinnKota Terrova is far and away the best. Spend a little bit more to get the higher thrust, mine is 85 I believe, and 24 volt system. On windy days the extra thrust and battery life will make you happy you did. You know what they say, bigger is better

[Ty Sennett]

I forgot to mention Gary also fishes as hard as Corey does so ask him but I see he chimed in already. Corey and Gary fish the way you guys do Dave so their word is about as good as it gets.

[Ifishskis]

If it were me I'd buy the unit that will allow you to follow depth contours. Money well spent.

But I'm not Ty or Corey so don't listen to me......

[Ty Sennett]

I don't think they make those anymore. Motor guide used to make those but stopped production on them.

[Dave Hardy]

Cool. Thanks for the insight. I will give the Terrova a look.

[moquah]

Does anyone use the MK PowerDrive v2 trolling motor? Any reviews, positive or negative? We currently have a MinnKota that is going on its tenth or eleventh season, so I am pretty much sold on that brand.

However, I would love any perspectives. Looking to get one with the Universal Sonar, iPilot and AutoPilot -- any thoughts on whether these are worth the extra $$$.

Thanks,

Dave Hardy

Dave,
I sold my MK 55 autopilot that I had for 10 years still worked good. Bought 70lb. power drive with I pilot. I love the I pilot but its not been without its problems. at times it refuses to steer , head locks up. I have to push the steer button while holding the head then it starts working right..
The best thing I like about it is the anchor mode. works great even in a strong wind 20+ mph. I hope it lasts through this weekend then in for warranty works
steve