Trolling Motor Speeds Lost??

[mwest48]

I have a Motor Guide 71lb thrust motor that has lost the first and second speeds. Third through fifth work fine. I have checked all the wiring, the rotary knob and the prop for any problems and everything appears to be fine. I was told that the speed coils in the lower unit may be burned out. Is this a major fix? How would I go about fixing it?


NOTE: The motor is under warranty and only two months old.

[dannyp]

I'm sure Anthony can give you a better response than mine but I think you just answered your question It's under warranty let MG fix it.

[5 BASS LIMIT]

Call Marine Speciality 770-966-9014 they are the Motorguide warranty center for this area and they are in Riverdale Ga. Tell Denny I sent you.

Anthony(5BASSLIMIT)

[Shadowfax]

Killian had the same problem, less than a year on his. Not sure of the lb of his, but I wonder if there is a pattern?

[mwest48]

Thanks Anthony. I will give them a call.