Hey guys, on my 10 ft jon boat I have a old 28 lb minn kota. I'm at work so I cant give you the model but its white with rocker switches for forward and reverse, and a twist throttle. If I replaced it with a new endura 30 would I even notice any difference? Are the newer ones more battery efficent?

It's an old model 65 if it makes any difference..

Yes, you would notice a little bit of difference .  Yes the Minn Kota models with maxmiizer are  more batttery friendly than the older models.

Consider this though,  if you are going to upgrade, you might as well UPGRADE.  You can stay 12 volt and go with a 50 something lb thrust.  It will have the Maximizer and variable speed.  Check out the Minn Kota Traxxis transom mount.  55 lb thrust - 12 volts - variable speed - 36" shaft - $394.99  Cabela's  catalog.  Bass Pro will be within a couple of dollars of that price.

If you're going to upgrade trolling motors and you can afford it, variable speed is a nice feature that also extends battery time.

Get the most power you can afford. you won't regret it.

If they make a Kipawa Propeller for your old model Minn Kota I would try that first if you are wanting more power. They make a huge difference. Bought one for my bass boat 21' with a 74lb thrust Minn Kota, I used to run it on 40 to 50% after changing the prop I now run on 20 to 30% amazing what a prop will do.

If they make a Kipawa Propeller for your old model Minn Kota I would try that first if you are wanting more power. They make a huge difference. Bought one for my bass boat 21' with a 74lb thrust Minn Kota, I used to run it on 40 to 50% after changing the prop I now run on 20 to 30% amazing what a prop will do.

Not to high jack the thread but Great info - I have not heard of this company before and after checking them out, I think I will be making the upgrade.

Thanks

A-Jay