Minn kota stock VS APC prop (10X4 APC vs 10X5M-LH APC vs Stock) links to props in description!!!

I test 3 props for both my trolling motors on my Intex mariner 4 boat in a head to head battle measuring speed vs current draw, the results are mind blowing to say the least... if you would like to try these props for yourself, here are the links....
10X5m-LH prop www.apcprop.com/product/10x5m...
10X4p-LHprop
www.apcprop.com/product/10x4p...
IMPORTANT NOTE!!! if you go to APC's website.... there are two different 10X5 props, make sure you select and order the one in the link.... 10X5m-LH, it is very important so that you may get the correct prop... I'm sorry for any confusion.
If you're handy with a drill, I recommend these props also to try on your trolling motor, just use a 3/8 drill bit to open up the hub where the shaft goes in, and get a small file to carve a spot for the sheer pin!!!
9X4.5 prop for 30lb trolling motors - amzn.to/464W5ar ONLY $2.80 !!!
10X4.5 prop for 40lb to 55lb motor - amzn.to/44P0Unf ONLY $3.16 !!!
NOTE: I haven't tried these particular props, but I have drilled and filed others alike and they worked fine for me!!! I hold no responsibility for any damage or injury that may be caused by altering your trolling motor.
Hey everyone, if your interested, here are some links to the same gear I use!!! hope it helps
Intex mariner 4 boat - amzn.to/3PkQvKG
Intex motor mount - amzn.to/3EwGQLS
12v lifepo4 battery - amzn.to/3Ez7NhW
Scotty rod mount - amzn.to/4633Iyi
Scotty back plate - amzn.to/465knkR
Enduramax motor - amzn.to/45MqJ8V

[@chriscarr6392]

Hi Codyakfishing, I wanted to give you, my updates. I followed your suggestion and went to Home Depot with my prop. Found the correct bolt to simulate the prop shaft and started digging through the washers. Found a M10 that fit perfectly. It took 4 of them to stack to the threads. I just went out yesterday and wow! The prop is faster, but I what I found most impressive was the quiet and smooth ride. Totally different from both the stock prop and the 3 blade Kipewa. I trolled nonstop for 7 hours and usually the battery would be at 70 something percent when I put it on charge. It was at 88 percent, what an incredible savings. I use my motor on the rental boats at my home lake. The boat is a 15-foot, flat bottom, fiberglass Carlonia Skift that weighs over 500 pounds. Thanks again for all your very timely support! You mentioned on a video you live in Colorado. I am from Colorado, a small town in Delta County on the Western Slope. Let for the Navy in 1984 and never made it back home. I do go back for hunting trips when I can. Take care and GOD bless!

[@codyakfishing8856]

That's awesome, I'm glad it worked great for you. Yea I was surprised at the balance of these props. My motor used to shake at full power but these new props eliminated it.

[@joeschmoe1301]

I can't believe this. I'm a life-long model airplane builder/flyer and I have never heard of ANYONE using them on a boat!!! This is amazing!!!

[@codyakfishing8856]

I thought the same exact thing.... I heard of someone using it before and I had to check it out for myself

[@joeschmoe1301]

I've got a BUNCH of APC's here at home and, I never in my wildest dreams thought they could be used on a boat. We used alot of 12x6 and 12x8's in our size models. Next, I'm going to hear about model airplane engines powering kayaks lol 😆

[@codyakfishing8856]

Thats funny because the ones I ordered specifically say "great for kayaks" lol apparently great for small boats as well

[@kmasonschecter]

@@codyakfishing8856 First, great video and thanks for making this!! Amazing that you got this kind of performance in a floppy inflatable boat. The APC "Marine" props are the ones you want. They're made for kayak motors, which are just trolling motors. Also the APC props are *probably* better made than the trolling motor props because I *believe* they have a higher glass content and use longer glass fibers, and so should be much stronger than their size/thinness would suggest.

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@kmasonschecter thanks man, yea those props were the ones made for trolling motors, those mariner 4's aren't bad boats at all, pretty thick material.

[@jasondelgado-yg5mj]

The video I didn’t know I needed. Thank you so much, I ordered right after the video ended.

[@codyakfishing8856]

I'm glad it helped!! Let me know how it works out for u

[@jasondelgado-yg5mj]

@@codyakfishing8856 fo sho

[@codyakfishing8856]

Let me know if you want me to try the APC 10X8!!! This is my first tech vid.... If it gets tons of views and likes, I'll buy and try that prop, and who knows, I'm thinking of building my own electric outboard on a budget.....

[@helloterran]

Please!

[@codyakfishing8856]

One is on order.... Should be here in a few days...!!!

[@codyakfishing8856]

But just a 10X8 prop, I don't have the money to buy a bigger trolling motor at the moment

[@JosephMBoyer]

dont get the 10x14 it wont work - i tried for jokes. lol. would like to see 10x8.

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@JosephMBoyer how did it go, I'm genuinely curious...lol???

[@kurtwpg]

Prop change for a Minn Kota on an Intex Mariner 4 is the exact content I was looking for.

[@mattwaters6987]

Amazing speed! Wow! Im sold! Thanks for sharing! Definitely subbed. 😊

[@codyakfishing8856]

Thanks, yea I was pretty surprised on the performance of these props, if there's any other test you'd like to see lmk....

[@robertpapps3618]

Look like model airplane props, who would've thought! Might not be the best choice for a weedy lake. Fascinating thanks much!

[@codyakfishing8856]

No problem, APC is a model airplane prop company, but the props I tested they designed for specifically for trolling motors. I don't think I'll go back to stock

[@anonymouse2888]

Thanks for posting this video, I had no idea these were even available.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Np, I didn't either until I was bored one night looking up random stuff....lmao

[@rodneyhoadley3167]

Great video and I love how it was straight to the point We didn’t have to watch him load up the dog air up the boat drive to the lake and help his brother move if all videos were like that that would be great

[@codyakfishing8856]

Lmao oh man you had me cracking up, Ill make sure to keep the videos straight to the point, especially the fishing parts....lmao

[@sssrp80]

I think this is one of the best side by side comparison videos ever put out. I hve both pitch blades for my motors also and I didn't have my meter hooked up but i noticed that the 5 pitch was. Little too much chop for the 30lb. I'll have to try it on my 55lb. I did just mount my 80# 24v to the front of my kayak so I'm very excited to see how that proforms. I just added minn kota quick release plates to both my tri-toon an kayak so i can swap it back and forth.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Thanks, I hope it works out on the kayak, it should do better than on my boat

[@tommycontino3879]

Great comparison period Thanks for the info I will definitely consider it.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Np, hope you enjoyed the vid

[@CJX_Fishing]

Thats crazy! Great info! Just ordered one.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Awesome man hope it works out for u!!!

[@Andy-df5fj]

These are great as long as you don't go through weeds.

[@TheTrident1982]

Man what an awesome video and info! This is what KZbin was created for.....straight up tech knowledge peer to peer. Thanks!

[@codyakfishing8856]

Your welcome man, glad you liked it and hoped it helped you out!!!

[@SaltWaterBassTv]

Lets go taking this channel to infinity and beyond!

[@speedpapi101]

Your a hero. So glad I came across your video. Ive been looking at E outboards for a while but after this Ill be continuing use of my minn kota 55. Ive been running my minn kota 55 for around 2 years and upgraded battery first and added a PWM. The PWM is huge and I would definitely recommend. Ill gladly show you my setup. I think with the APC prop ill see some big improvement.

[@codyakfishing8856]

That's awesome, I hope it works out for you!!!!

[@JimWhite-pv8ls]

I did about the same for my kayak, with a 40# MinnKota, but I used a 12 x 5 APC prop, because it was beefier, but I cut one inch off each tip, leaving a square end shape. Worked great, but I didn't use it on my kayak much, and use it on my 14-foot aluminum v-bow flats skiff, which weighs around 300 pounds. I use it just as a trolling motor in the marshes, and I've never come back to the ramp with less than 12 volts in my 35-amp-hour battery. Prop cleans itself with a short reverse burst. Good video. TexasJim in Rockport, TX

[@codyakfishing8856]

Thanks for the tip for getting weeds off, I'm gunna have to try that... and these props for sure have much better efficiency than stock!!!!

[@SaltWaterBassTv]

So u made the 12x5 and 11x5 after it was cut??

[@unclejo3]

Thank you, I have a busted prop on my freshwater trolling motor and never thought to do this.

[@codyakfishing8856]

No problem, happy to help... Remember, these props are not weedless at all, but for the price and the speed and efficiency upgrade is say it's worth it

[@seanseim1]

I just placed my order for 4 0f the 10x5's. I saw the 10x8 but didn't order yet. I see you're gonna post a video about the 10x8, I'm really looking forward to that one. Thank you very much for all the info...I'm new to the inflatable boat world and I really don't know much about trolling motors. I share the exact same set up as you (Mariner 4 and Minn kota c2 30) You have a new subscriber...Thanks again!!!

[@codyakfishing8856]

No problem, I'm glad you enjoyed the video, im going to do my best to get out to the lake today and go more in depth with the 10X5 and I also have a 10X8 I'm going to test, you will be happy with the 10X5, but please use either a 30amp fuse or breaker with your setup

[@F-N-C]

Nice to know this info. I think I'm going to get one for my 55lb minn kota endura max.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Nice I hope it works for you, just fyi you will need washers to install, but it's easy and straight forward.....

[@stefanlangheden]

Super nice test ❤

[@huntermark1160]

Great video. Looks like I might be putting one on my 60lb. Minnkota!

[@codyakfishing8856]

Very nice, let me know how it goes, I recommend the 10X5

[@coreypuck3295]

Great video. Thank you!

[@codyakfishing8856]

Np, hope it helped u out

[@AlIsUpOutdoors]

Interesting! I honestly didn’t think props would make such a difference on electric trolley motors.

[@analogalbacore7166]

Trolley. Trolling

[@KayakCatfish]

Great info!

[@codyakfishing8856]

Thanks for watching! Hope u give it a try, I'm curious to see how it would perform on your kayak!!

[@mengkhang1037]

I agree I'd love to see how they fair on the river ways.

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@mengkhang1037 I took it out on a windy day and didn't lose much speed, maybe .2 mph, so they defiantly have the push, something I wasn't expecting considering the size of the blades

[@bigtater29]

I just ordered five of the 10X5. I'll keep a couple and give the others to my buddies.

[@daveh7945]

dam you! things I didn't know I needed and you show me I can get better battery life = more time fishing

[@codyakfishing8856]

Lol exactally, no need for bigger battery, you win twice, more speed and efficiency!!!!

[@michaelyoung7911]

I would love to see you test other props from them especially the one with four blades

[@codyakfishing8856]

I'll talk with APC and see if they can come up with something like that, great idea

[@Detectingmadness]

Grate video keep them coming Couldn’t get the wife to watch it or make sense of it with the watts and vots A wrap up would of been nice for none electric ppl but love the detail Also just picked up intex 4 so I’ll subscribe for the intex videos

[@codyakfishing8856]

Ty for the input, I'll be sure to include watts/volts and amps in my next test video which may be this Saturday. I'm no expert but I do know enough...

[@GenericUserUnknown]

Great video and great comparison. I do wish you would have ended with a tabular comparison of all the spped/current results. I couldn't remember all 15 of the 30# test runs and the 3 45# motor runs by the end. Still, good video and thanks for taking the time to make it.

[@codyakfishing8856]

If you click on my channel then go onto my community posts, I have all the numbers to compare, sorry I tried a graph app but it didn't work out

[@mapquest681]

I flew R/C airplanes back in the 80s. I remember when APC props came along and they were a big improvement over the Master Airscrew and Top Flight Props we all used at the time. The only downside was that they were pretty ugly while sitting on the ground.(Beautiful airplane with an ugly prop) You could spend a lot of time getting a prop balanced but the APC props were usually spot on balance wise. I would put a 10x4 prop on my plane if I was doing a climb and glide competition. A 10x4 prop would make a plane climb like a rocket. For general flying I would us a 10x6 or a 10x7 if I wanted a bit more speed. All of that said I have always known that APC made a high quality product. I had NO IDEA they made trolling motor props. I will be picking up a few of these for my MinnKota Powerdrive v2 55lb thrust trolling motor. Thanks for sharing this! On another note you might try and put an aluminum or for simplicity sake a plastic snap on spinner (nose cone) on the prop and see if improves the performance any. More "aerodynamic"...

[@codyakfishing8856]

I'll ha e to make something one of these days and give it a go... I hope the props work out for u

[@deone469]

Ordered. Thanks

[@codyakfishing8856]

No problem, I hope it works good for you

[@randyashford4073]

I also bought the care kit that is a weed shroud since it’s mounted on the rudder I’d have to get out of yak to clear. Opted not to do the drop in so can still peddle up on the fishing spots.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Very nice!!!

[@norske_ow3440]

APC props are really tough too. They can ground strike and keep goin pretty well. I’ve been using them on R/C airplanes for years

[@codyakfishing8856]

That's great to know, I'm going to use the APC prop exclusively until it breaks

[@wecklt]

Well, just ordered both pitch, also ordered the 8 inch pitch but I am afraid it will cavitate. Only one way to know! Thanks for the video!

[@codyakfishing8856]

That's great good luck with em, I ordered the 10X8 already, maybe a video on it Friday, stay tuned!!

[@paulnelson5314]

You could wrap some braided line around the hub and fix it with some c/a, (super glue), to close off the drive pin channel. APC makes great props for my radio control models as well.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Thanks for the tip, I find the 10X5 prop fits my needs more for my bigger motor, I contacted APC and I'm going to test even more props in the future, I also mentioned to them to make the 10X4 with the same hub design as the 10X5

[@ronwood468]

Glad to see the APC props work for you but they are made for RC gas airplanes .

[@codyakfishing8856]

APC does primarily make props for drones/planes etc.... But the ones i tested in the video are specifically made for trolling motors

[@denwaontheisland3555]

I have the exact same volt meter. I ended up buying 3 pros with diff pitches.. Will test sooon on my 30 year old but still running string 32 LB min kota.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Awesome, let me know what u come up with!!!

[@jasonsparks4601]

Now you've got me wondering about upgrading the prop on my pedal drive kayak......thanks for the possibility of more efficiency!

[@codyakfishing8856]

Be sure to get the right prop, pedal drives props have a higher pitch...

[@jasonsparks4601]

@@codyakfishing8856 I'd have to research it and find one that's adaptable or designed for a feel free shaft but I'm sure they are adaptable.

[@jasonsparks4601]

@@codyakfishing8856 any ideas on my situation are greatly appreciated

[@codyakfishing8856]

With feel free I'm not sure, I know they have props for Jackson and that's it

[@successnsobriety9851]

Great video

[@codyakfishing8856]

Thank you

[@JonathanVanRyzin]

Thanks!

[@codyakfishing8856]

Ty very much Johnathan!!!

[@emtserg]

Great idea! Just ordered from APC. Let’s see how it does with these delta weeds!!

[@codyakfishing8856]

Be sure to let me know, where I'm from, there's not many weeds

[@WayneTheBoatGuy]

Obviously trolling motors aren't designed for speed, but it's impressive to see these results!

[@codyakfishing8856]

Agreed, with their stock prop they are designed for low speed tq and ability to be weedless, interestingly, the epropultion has 71lb of thrust and spins at 1500 rpm, same as the 24v 86lb motor I have, I want to try an epropultion prop on my 86lb, possibly my next trolling motor video???

[@SaltWaterBassTv]

Whats up wayne!!!

[@SaltWaterBassTv]

@codyakfishing8856 codyak you have comments from waynetheboatguy That's saying something Your going up!!! I have 6 times the subs u have and I can tell you your onto something!

[@Rakotacivet]

Pueblo tiny boat gang RISE UP. This makes me miss my excursion 5 and the unrestricted coleman trollers.

[@codyakfishing8856]

The only downside to these inflatables is the cold weather, I got new props to test but every day off is freezing....lol

[@Rakotacivet]

​@@codyakfishing8856 Last year I upgraded to a pond prowler for that exact reason. Was way too frustating to load the hard floor in, but even more frustrating to launch without it.

[@codyakfishing8856]

I like those pond prowlers, I've been keeping an eye out for a bass hunter boat, but money has been too tight lately due to the holiday season

[@petermoua9438]

Awesome video! You made me change my endura to a 10x4 prop and my Hobie outback is pushing 4.5mph!

[@codyakfishing8856]

Awesome man, I'm glad it worked good for u, what was it before???

[@petermoua9438]

@@codyakfishing8856 I was doing about 3.8-3.9mph before. Made a huge difference. I normally tie up with my wife and drag her around and we were doing 3.9mph with the new prop tied together.

[@codyakfishing8856]

That's great man, I bet its saving power as well

[@petermoua9438]

@@codyakfishing8856 I didn’t have an amp reader on me but based off of your video I’m definitely saving a lot more power

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@petermoua9438 there's no way your not saving power, keep me updated on how long it lasts u

[@wishingiwasfishing4228]

It would be interesting to test them in weeds to see how they handle it. Thanks for the great video

[@codyakfishing8856]

I did off camera, they are worthless in weeds...lol

[@needmoreboost6369]

My first outboard motor for my kayak was a 24v rover push mower motor with a cut down 9x6apc nitro aeroplane prop it lasted for a long time before the exposed motor seized but only after I left it submerged for several day’s

[@codyakfishing8856]

Bro I need a pic of it....

[@needmoreboost6369]

@@codyakfishing8856 sorry it’s long been disposed of, it was originally made for the 2011 floods as a means of navigating the new wetlands lol, it was an easy motor for projects like that having a metric threaded shaft, I have another interesting motor I’m currently refreshing for the next season it’s based on a 29cc pope trimmer and over 10 years old I might put up a video on it being tuned and running the yak

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@needmoreboost6369 I'm interested in seeing this, keep me posted!!!

[@jameskeim8912]

Good job man.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Thank you, hope it was helpful info for u

[@DCD-il3nm]

Good job bro! Yes. Get 3 or 4 and put them.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Thanks, do u mean put 3 or 4 props with u in the boat???

[@codyakfishing8856]

Important note everyone!!! Make sure if you order the 10X5 prop, you order the one the link takes you too...... make sure it's the 10X5m-LH, as there is a rc plane made prop of the same number

[@chriscarr6392]

HI, love the video. I have the Endura 55 Minn Kota. I ordered the 10x5 from the link. When I went to install it, I realized that nut and washer does not snug up against the prop like the stock prop does. I am concerned that extra slop will casue the prop to come off the shear pin. Your thoughts and advice? You did not show the whole remove and replacment so I dont know if you used extra washers to create a stack. Thank you in advance for you reply and suggestions or thoughts on this.

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@chriscarr6392 I should have sorry, so if you got the 10x5m-lh then you would have to add washers to trash the threads of the shaft.. that's what I did and works perfectly fine, there's a couple other videos that show the install of it

[@chriscarr6392]

@@codyakfishing8856 Awesome!! Thanks so much for the very prompt reply!

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@chriscarr6392 np buddy, good luck with your setup!!!

[@chriscarr6392]

@codyakfishing8856 Once I go with APC, I will let you my results!. Thanks again!

[@TheMahtimursu]

Nice test! The believe the difference would be even larger with a different boat. Your boat probably has a really low hull speed, and thus most of the energy goes into making waves. Standard trolling motor props are designed to have high torque and to cut weeds, so it explains why they're not very efficient.

[@codyakfishing8856]

I thought the same thing, but I recently bought a 12' aluminum v hull boat and have the same top speed...lol but it definitely cuts through the water much better....

[@JosephMBoyer]

i like these props, i got both myself. only issue I got is they are far from weedless. lol. but they really are great replacement props for bargain.

[@codyakfishing8856]

That's a bummer, I don't usually fish weeds myself, and I use my motor as more of an outboard, but I think the tradeoff is worth it, maybe if you get the thumbscrew kit and just swap props when your fishing heavy weeds, only takes a minute

[@kmasonschecter]

@@codyakfishing8856 Thanks for your video. I bought the 10x8M-LH marine prop. I haven't tested it yet, but I mounted it on my Endura Max 55 with a Bullnose rudder and a TH Grass Goat. The Goat is adjustable, so you can set it's blade near the prop.

[@codyakfishing8856]

That's awesome man, let me know how it works for you!! I haven't tested it yet, I had severe weather on my last day off then I got sick... Been a rough week

[@JDC_Outside]

Great video! Going to have to test this out on my 14' jon boat with the minn kota 55lb. Will be happy to get to my fishing spots quicker with more energy saved. Have you noticed any real felt difference when carrying more weight onboard?

[@codyakfishing8856]

I haven't tried more weight yet, with the kids in school now and the wife working full time, it's tough to find a day we can all go out together, let me know how it works out on your Jon boat, I'm interested to know .....

[@Grafdesgn]

Hi Cody, That was impressive. Please if I am wrong help me understand. From your experiment it seems the better deal is the c2 30Lb. For the gain in Mph the 55lb cost twice as much as the C2 for very little gain. It looks like the 10/4 was the winner for the C2 but both worked better than stock. I just ordered the C2 and 10/5 for my nucanoe unlimited. Thank you so much for doing the research it was very helpful in making my decision.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Np, hope it all works out good for ya!!!!

[@otm646]

0:45 the P designation is for pusher. Remember these are model aircraft props, in the standard configuration can be driving backwards not forwards.

[@codyakfishing8856]

True thanks for pointing that out

[@rdonner28]

Thanks for sharing!!!! I have an Ultrex 112! Would love to try one

[@codyakfishing8856]

Np hope it was helpful to you, my father has the same one, autopilot???

[@rdonner28]

@@codyakfishing8856 what size is he using? I’ll order it ASAP!!! Did he notice the same difference?

[@codyakfishing8856]

I'm sorry, he isn't using an APC prop, I have not gotten the chance to measure his prop shaft yet, but if I were u, I'd order the 10X5 and the 10X8, and if u had to you can drill out the prop a bit to fit your motor shaft, just make sure you take readings of your amps so that way you won't damage the motor if it works too hard, and also, these props are not weedless at all

[@rdonner28]

@@codyakfishing8856 yea I’m not interested in that, I have other plans with the engineer coming up

[@BennettBuilt-yu2gw]

Subscribed! Keep us posted! I want to see my kipawa blade put to shame and buy something better!

[@codyakfishing8856]

Are the kipawa's any good? I hear good and bad on them

[@markmorash1682]

I just got 3. TY

[@codyakfishing8856]

Np, let me know how they work out for u!!!

[@SaltWaterBassTv]

126,000 views! You go man!! When you get to the top Don't forget me!

[@codyakfishing8856]

Lol I won't get there man but no matter what I appreciate each and every one of my subs

[@SaltWaterBassTv]

@codyakfishing8856 you never know what can and will go viral I had a video about a blue crab lure by savage gear get 48,000 views overnight Still haven't been able to replicate the virality of that one but let that be your inspiration

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@SaltWaterBassTv defiantly, u know at this moment I only care about helping a fellow fisherman/boat angler out.... My channel started when I worked inspection over the road, and I recorded myself fishing so my two sons can watch since I wasn't there with them, but lately decided to continue the channel since quitting that job to stay home with the family

[@SaltWaterBassTv]

@codyakfishing8856 love to hear the family time is important to you Same here! Wonder if these props from apc would help the fancy motors like.the ulterra and spotlock ones?

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@SaltWaterBassTv oh I have no clue, I imagine they would, those motors are too rich for my blood at the moment

[@johnlynch6695]

Great vid

[@codyakfishing8856]

Thanks John!!! I hope it was helpful for u

[@johnlynch6695]

@@codyakfishing8856 insightful , i do a lot of duck hunting with a mini kota , and stealth 2000 boat by beavertail , lead batteries just don'y cut it , and i'm always looking to up the gain. This video sold me on the props , thankyou

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@johnlynch6695 no problem, just know, these probs are not weedless.... But extremely efficient

[@MeuySaelee-zc1gs]

Nice comparison, but I can't imagine trying to go through aquatic vegetation with those props.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Sorry it's late I was on vacation, when I went through weeds it did get tangled a little, but not as bad as you'd think

[@elvisrickey4625]

Hi Cody. I found out this secret quite a while ago. Guess what. APC started making a 10X10-LH. I can't wait to put it on my motor. It's for the new Jackson Mark IV and it's turning the correct direction. Hope I don't burn out my motor. Might have to go to my larger motor. FYI.

[@codyakfishing8856]

You'd definitely need to go with a more powerful motor, at least a 24v, the 10X8 definitely came close to the max my motor can handle without more speed, so I'm gunna stick with the 10X5 for my application

[@elvisrickey4625]

👍@@codyakfishing8856

[@walterholt2609]

Ok, been motorizing kayaks for 10 years, tried the APC props on one of my trolling motors. Yes you do get some improvement but the downside is in trying to reverse in wind and/or currents. The APC prop fails to provide adequate reversing power in those conditions vs a standard prop and can wind up putting one in a poor situation so I have gone back to using the prop that comes with the motor. The best saving for weight and amp usage I have found is by using a brushless trolling motor.

[@codyakfishing8856]

I agree with the brushless trolling motor, I'd love to try one out sometime, as for reversing I didn't have an issue on the boat, in fact it reversed better than stock, did you use the props meant for rc? The props I'm using is specifically made for trolling motors, and I'm looking into powering my small kayak one day, how do the side mounted kayaks do?

[@codyakfishing8856]

Side mounted motor I meant, I have a cheap Walmart kayak and don't want to invest all that much in foot steering etc....

[@opticmanz]

@@codyakfishing8856 look at other channels. Many videos of people making all types of foot steering systems with cables attached to the shaft of the trolling motor. You can make them foot steered. Or if you're just a little ambitious, you can make an electric, or remote servo that you can hook up to the shaft to turn it with a dial.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Ive seen some vids using a.lonear actuator for steering, I may just build something some time in the near future

[@rayjrdibenedetto867]

Good morning. I just came across your video. I need to look into getting some of these-thank you for showing them. Wondering what app you are using also for the speed? Thank you and have a good day

[@codyakfishing8856]

Your welcome, and hope you have a great day as well, the app I'm using is called navionics, there's a one time fee of 10$ but it's worth it

[@rayjrdibenedetto867]

@@codyakfishing8856 thank you for responding and for the information!

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@rayjrdibenedetto867 no problem at all, consider subbing, when I reach 500 subs, I'm gunna build a budget electric outboard, at 1/3 of the cost of epropultion

[@TexasNEV]

This is cool, part of it is that there is less rotating mass and the rpm's are probably higher. You're going to get prop flex under load given the mass and that it's water and not air, that will affect performance, so it'd be interesting to see how a 3 or 4 blade APC might do or even if there is an rc airplaine propeller made out of aluminum or carbon fiber.

[@codyakfishing8856]

I emailed APC about possibly partnering up, I'd like to see if they would be interested in making an aluminum version of this prop

[@TexasNEV]

@@codyakfishing8856 even if they say yes that'll prolly take some time. That'll give you an excuse to do another vid w/ a plastic 3 blade at least that divides the load over 3 instead of 2. :)

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@TexasNEV I may just have to order one shortly, seems to be a video everyone wants to see ..lol

[@TexasNEV]

@@codyakfishing8856 Couldn't hurt.

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@TexasNEV not at all!!!

[@kennylovesfishing]

Trolling motor blades are designed to be quiet. Im curious to know if those blades are any different as fare as sound goes. I know they real loud on airplanes.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Hey sorry I'm late, I agree, in air they are loud but I don't hear anything different from the boat from stock to the APC prop

[@boosted.]

Very Interesting, I would like to see some experimentation with the APC three and four blade props of various sizes and pitches. I wonder how durable the would be like say hitting a plastic bag under the surface. Extra sheer pins for sure.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Oh yea always have extra shear pins, and with the other props APC makes, they are thin and flimsy.... The props I tested were purpose made for a trolling motor, as for durability yet I'm not too sure... But I will keep everyone updated, I'm not going back to the stock prop anytime soon

[@fwaynedavis]

added blades raise friction losses, but can be smoother and quieter. 4 blades are often used for high power applications, where a longer two blade is impractical.

[@boosted.]

@@fwaynedavisSo a prop that has two blades at 6” each has less drag than a prop with four blades at 3” I would like to see a comparison of the two amp draw and speed.

[@codyakfishing8856]

As of now there's no marine made prop with those dimensions you listed, I'll ask APC if they are interested in making a 3 or a 4 blade prop

[@boosted.]

@@codyakfishing8856I just gave those dimensions because they have the same amount of blade surface area and thought it would be interesting to find out if they pulled the same amperage. Cheers.

[@Atrujillo0423]

Sorry I feel like I'm late to the party but what app are you using to show the nautical maps?

[@codyakfishing8856]

I'm using navionics, it cost 10 bucks but gives u a topo map of many common lakes along with speed

[@uknojo7337]

I looked on Amazon and what I’m seeing is these props are for rc planes. Are these the same as the ones you’re demoing? Thanks for the great content

[@codyakfishing8856]

No, the ones I have are made specifically for trolling motors, I have links in the description to both props

[@JeffBattleFish]

Interesting. I don't think those props would last long where I use them on hard sandy and oyster bed bottoms.

[@codyakfishing8856]

More than likely not, just have to be very careful on how deep your fishing, but at 6$ a piece it's not too unreasonable

[@Aim2jig]

Looks great but how durable is it once that thin.prop it's a stump or rock...might break easier vs original props

[@codyakfishing8856]

It would definitely take more damage over stock, but for me the speed and battery savings is worth the trade off.

[@helloterran]

Do you think the 10x5 performance would extrapolate to 86lb trolling motors? Or do you recommend even higher pitch / diameter?

[@codyakfishing8856]

I'm not sure and I want to try it, I think the 86 has the same rpm, just more pitch to their stock prop, wouldn't hurt to try though

[@timbroome3520]

Was there any difference in vibration. Less vibration and noise is the fish spooker

[@codyakfishing8856]

I had no vibration at all at top speed with any props so far, these props are balanced extremely well!!!

[@sonofafisherman743]

Great video I’m getting one for sure hey what is that app on your phone doing the speed ?

[@codyakfishing8856]

It's called navionics, there is a one time fee of 10$ to access it

[@sonofafisherman743]

@@codyakfishing8856 ok thanks man appreciate it 👍

[@codyakfishing8856]

Np, hope you like it

[@SD-ft6gs]

I know this is extra work but a table with all the differences at the end would be great so we can see the end results...

[@codyakfishing8856]

I don't mind the extra work at all, if you look under my community tab I made a chart comparing them, I couldn't figure out how to make a graph to show the differences. I'm sorry, I'm very ignorant when it comes to videos and editing stuff, as you probably seen from my video...lol

[@timlong1462]

I'm sure the kota sacrifices speed for weedless running. Mine came with what they call their power prop and I switched to the weedless wedge. It's actually a slightly bigger prop, appears to be even larger surface area, lower pitch and more rake. It just goes through some of the thickest stuff without fouling. I'm sure that's why they aren't the most efficient design. I doubt that APC would do well in weeds due to 0 rake. Rake may not be the right term, whatever describes the long swept leading edge of the prop.

[@codyakfishing8856]

I agree with you, my sole purpose for my setup is speed and efficiency, if I know I'm gunna fish a very weedy area I'll switch out the prop for my weedless wedge, Im thinking of ordering the finger bolt to make the switching more convenient.

[@timlong1462]

@@codyakfishing8856 oh yeah, I wasn't disagreeing with you or anything. Just stating what I believe the reason for their huge inefficiency is. If I lived somewhere I wasn't weed whacking with my trolling motor I would totally put one of these on. I can't even use the power prop though, it fouls up so much. Also it's on a fishing boat foot control motor. I have a gas outboard so speed is less important to me. It was interesting when I switched from the power to the weedless I dropped almost 1 mph max speed though. One of these days I'll put my amp clamp on and see which one is worse, Id guess the weedless even though it's slower, just a lot more surface area/drag the motor has to fight. Hydrodynamics and propellers are so interesting. I would never guess a propeller as skinny as these would actually produce more thrust with less power consumption.

[@TerrapinCreations666]

How durable are they compared to stock? Like if you hit a rock. Also, weeds could be a problem for those straight props.

[@codyakfishing8856]

I'm not sure how durable they are, they feel pretty robust.... And for weeds they aren't the best in them

[@jmaclaren4147]

If you can get it, try an APC 9X6 prop. it will have the same load factor as a 10X4 an mabe better speed.

[@codyakfishing8856]

I'll see what I can do, I don't have the proper tools to make the sheer pin fit, but..... I have something much bigger planned in regards to trolling motors here in a while

[@b-a-rnone2962]

So when you added the RC prop isn't the prop facing the wrong direction since you are using the pin????

[@codyakfishing8856]

I'm not sure I understand what your saying, APC is an rc prop company, but they produced these props specifically for trolling motors

[@1FastRSV4R]

I use APC props on all of my RC Nitro powered airplanes

[@codyakfishing8856]

They seem to be really good quality

[@1FastRSV4R]

@@codyakfishing8856 .40 size nitro planes require a 10 inch prop. I had a plane that was landing too fast with a 10x6, I had to kill the engine on downwind and glide it in. Switched to a 10x5 and it slowed the plane enough to land, being lower pitch it gave it a bit more pull. They are very good indeed

[@doomdog797]

What is the app you were using ? Great ideo

[@codyakfishing8856]

The app is navionics, it showed gps speed and depth contour of common lakes, cost me 10$ and thanks a lot I hope you enjoyed it!!!

[@charlesbanian9495]

If it's Lead/Acid, dont forget minimum voltage before damage to the battery happens.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Agreed, I use a 150ah lithium battery and have yet killed it, even after multiple trips.....

[@mrrooter601]

what app are you using on you phone to track the speed?

[@codyakfishing8856]

It's called navionics from the Google Play store, it has (or had I'm not sure now) a one time fee of 10$, and u get speed, a topo map of many common lakes

[@ace21edm57]

could you deepen the groove to hold the pin better'''( file, /dremel)?????..on the apc 10x4

[@codyakfishing8856]

You may be able to, but the I'd have to file down the shear pin a little because it's as wide as the hub

[@lelenbates3367]

As the battery voltage drops the amperage will increase at the same time as performance drops.

[@codyakfishing8856]

True if your running lead acid batteries, but I'm running lithium, keeps it above 12.5 volts until u run down to about 20% or so

[@ThomasSielaff]

Curious. I hear a fair amount of wind. That has to make a difference in both amps and speed.

[@codyakfishing8856]

I believe it did, I went from 4.5 in calm conditions to 4.2, not a huge difference but the amps did say relativity the same

[@doctorkayak]

Over 82 stinkin dollars for a Jackson Kayak prop on their website delivered to my door! Under $20 through APC! NO BRAINER!

[@codyakfishing8856]

I forgot they made props for pedal drive kayaks!!! That's awesome, make sure you let me know how it works compared to stock....

[@doctorkayak]

@@codyakfishing8856 I have a feeling that this is who makes them for Jackson...

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@doctorkayak it is very possible

[@craigcowen6920]

I used to fly 3D airplanes, those look like props for gas engines. Significantly stiffer than for electric motors.

[@codyakfishing8856]

Sorry I'm late to this, these props actually feel more robust than they look, I'm sure if you hit something they would take more damage than stock...

[@abramtaylor2103]

would these props work on a Motorguide trolling motor?

[@codyakfishing8856]

If the prop shaft is 3/8 and turns the same direction as Minn Kota there's no reason y it wouldnt

[@thebrotherhoodlc]

Would this work well on a Minnkota Terrova 54LB thurst?

[@codyakfishing8856]

Yes sir, the 10X5m-LH would be the best possible prop

[@1991BMWM5]

What app are you using that has the charts and speed on it?

[@codyakfishing8856]

Navionics

[@ThomasShue]

What map/gps app is that on your phone?

[@codyakfishing8856]

It's called navionics, it has a 1 time fee of 10$

[@Kana0211]

That intro is pure earrape jesus

[@codyakfishing8856]

I know I'm sorry, I fixed it since.... I was playing with a new video app and I think I accidentally turned it all the way up and uploaded it before I realized it.

[@genebradburn8804]

Hey, I just purchased the APC 10 X 5M - LH to go on my Newport 55lb trolling motor and noticed the pin is a larger diameter than what is on the APC prop slot. I also checked my Minn Kota 35lb trolling motor and the pin is slightly smaller than the Newport but still larger diameter than the APC prop slot. Did you have to modify the prop slot to fit or just press it onto the pin? by the way shaft diameter is no issue. Thanks for the video, it is great information!

[@codyakfishing8856]

I didn't have to modify it for my minn Kota 30 or 55, but if it's an 1/8 inch sheer pin it does fit tight into the recess.kf the prop, it sorta just pops right in

[@genebradburn8804]

thank you again ! @@codyakfishing8856

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@genebradburn8804 np, did u get it to work?

[@genebradburn8804]

Yes, and I am very impressed with the speed and battery life upgrade ! Thanks ! @@codyakfishing8856

[@allstate125]

Was your battery on water life affected? I mean more or less hours on the water

[@codyakfishing8856]

With the 10x5m-lh prop I saved a lot of battery time, I went from using 36 to 26 amps at full power, which is 27% power savings, which in term gains me 27% more battery life on the water

[@dhooter]

Wonder how they handle weeds. I use the hell out of my trolling motor on my bass boat

[@codyakfishing8856]

I got tangled up a few times as I wasn't paying attention, they are definitely not weedless

[@keithchikowski5583]

Has anyone done this comparison with an 80# thrust motor?

[@codyakfishing8856]

Idk, but I have an 86lb motor on its way too me I'm gunna test some out on!!! Keep an eye out!!!

[@robwinemiller9712]

came across this video, and thought i would watch, most comments are with kayaks, ad boats like your showing. what do you think these would do for like a 18' bass boat? front trolling motor and rear stationary trolling motor for lakes my area that are all electric? do you think my boat will be too heavy? just curious? thanks

[@codyakfishing8856]

Honestly I'm not sure, when I get some more time off work I'm going to put some of these props to the test on a 28' pontoon boat with a 112lb thrust Minn Kota ultrex, I'll try to get that video out as soon as possible, but for only 6$ I'd say it's worth a shot, I'd get the 10X5 and 10X8 props and test them both out, just be sure to measure the current draw so you don't overload the system

[@robwinemiller9712]

@@codyakfishing8856 yeah I thought about the same sounds like a good idea thanks for the advice

[@codyakfishing8856]

@@robwinemiller9712 anytime good luck with it, let me know how it goes!!!

[@robwinemiller9712]

@@codyakfishing8856 will do

[@robwinemiller9712]

@@codyakfishing8856 hey, i know its ben a while, but finally got the boat out and got to try your props, started with the 10x8, and it was awesome, moved my 18' bass boat along great. quite amazed , thanks for the info and have to see how it does on a windy day, it was pretty calm. but didn't seem to use much battery either, used it almost 5-6 hours

[@ronanh13]

anyone try 3d print these apc props

[@codyakfishing8856]

Man I'd love to try it....

[@opticmanz]

Why? They're so cheap?

[@fishncoach8699]

Hows it gonna hold up? Windering if you were to bump rocks

[@toryjones3481]

Or oyster beds.... inshore saltwater can be a MONSTER on props!

[@codyakfishing8856]

I'm pretty sure these props are no where near as durable as the original, just have to use extra caution when using them. But at 6$ a piece I'd order 3 or 4 of them and keep spares

[@greatreset3]

Is the stock prop designed more for quiet over speed?? 🤷‍♂️

[@codyakfishing8856]

I think the stock prop is designed for pushing heavy weight slowly, that's just my guess, I don't hear anything different between the two...