Hey guys!

Unfortunately my trolling motor went south on me yesterday after only 20min of fishing! I am going to just buy a new one since mine is pretty old and wore out. It is a Motor Guide 43lb thrust, bow mount 3" hub motor. My question is, can i fit a bigger or smaller one on my 16ft boat. I found a deal on either a 53lb thrust or a 40lb thrust motor. My 43lb one moved the boat along quickly. Would i lose much if i went with the 40(better price) instead. I need help quick because i really want to get back on the water guys! I know nothing about trolling motors! >

I would go with the 53lb.  You will regret downsizing to a 40.  While you probably won't notice it during normal use, there WILL be times when you need the extra power and you won't have it.  I have a 55# on my 16ft fiberglass boat and sometimes I wish I had a bigger one.

Your right man! I just went and picked up a 54lb thrust MotorGuide. My 43 was enough in even rough waters so this should be even better. It also comes with the Machete III prop.

Good choice man... it's just like everything else in fishing, it's always better to have too much than too little.... I guess that's why us fisherman are real bait ho's!!!