Russ, i think those minn-kota whether it be 12 or 24v are pretty darn good..............
i really like mine. Changed my outlook on fishing - able to spend more time fishing
instead boat control with the Motor Guide (it was a bear at times)
Glad to know you have alum Tracker 17.5 and it works quite well for you.
Mike Connor out of Crescent also has 17.5 and he said he 12v- handles things
quite fine...........

Dave, can't answer if someone bought motor - no one that i know said the got it.