PA 17t Questions

Hey I have 2 questions and would appreciate an answer:

1. I have read that trolling motor size for the PA17t is 55lb. Is this correct or can something bigger be attached?

2. I want to buy lube for the mirage drive from my hardware store, can you advise what kind of lube to buy?

Thanks!

Is this good oil?

4 oz. All Temp Silicone Drip Oil

https://www.homedepot.com/p/3-IN-ONE-4- ... /300719538

We recommend Hobie Lube which is a mineral oil base with a penetrating and adhesion to parts property.

You can use a variety of lubes. Silicone will work.

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Matt Miller
Former - Director of Parts and Accessory Sales
Warranty and Technical Support
Hobie Cat USA
(Retired 11/7/2022)

Thanks for your response.

Is this better than the one I originally mentioned?

4 oz. Fast Acting Penetrant Drip Oil
https://www.homedepot.com/p/3-IN-ONE-4- ... /300719551

Also, can you comment regarding the trolling motor size?

Some petroleum based lubes or tooling lubricants can damage plastics, so stay away from those. Thread cutting oils can really break down Delrin, so try to stay natural if possible. WD 40 is good.

We have / had a 50" 80 pound thrust trolling motor for the 17.

72020120 TROLLING MOTOR Xi5 50" FRESH (one left showing in stock $1,219)

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Matt Miller
Former - Director of Parts and Accessory Sales
Warranty and Technical Support
Hobie Cat USA
(Retired 11/7/2022)

Some petroleum based lubes or tooling lubricants can damage plastics, so stay away from those. Thread cutting oils can really break down Delrin, so try to stay natural if possible. WD 40 is good.

We have / had a 50" 12V 55FW pound thrust trolling motor for the 17.

72020120 TROLLING MOTOR Xi5 50" FRESH (one left showing in stock $1,219)

_________________
Matt Miller
Former - Director of Parts and Accessory Sales
Warranty and Technical Support
Hobie Cat USA
(Retired 11/7/2022)

I assume you posted twice accidentally. Did you mean 55 pound thrust or 80?

As far as lube goes, I have tons of WD-40. Just wasn’t sure if I could’ve used it in this application. Thanks for clarifying. After about how many uses would you recommend spraying some WD-40?

Hey can you please clarify to the above? Thanks!