Tell me more Dave,
Was this your boat, or if another boat what was the size and estimated weight ?
What thrust was the minn kota ? If it was 12v then it would be 55lb, if it was 24v then 80lb (or more) thrust).
minn kota are telling me that 55lb will be fine for my boat, but I really need some confidence that is the case.
The main reason for going down this route is to enhance my SPJ fishing on the wrecks, by being in the kill zone for much longer and being able to kick it in any direction in 2m increments.
However, it will take me a while to sort out as the mounting is much more complex on a RIB compared to a hard boat.
I saw Matt yesterday on the inshore wrecks, which was a pleasant surprise.