Thread: TROLLING MOTOR SIZE/ MODEL

I am looking to put a new trolling motor on my 1648 war eagle. How much thrust is to much ? I want something that allows me to be hand free to pull cranks. Another requirement is I need the ability to single pole in heavy cover . I moved the foot control that came on the boat to the right side (from drivers seat ) because the cable was to high on the left side as I am left handed and prefer to fish out the lt side . There was a lack of space for the foot control due to the step up on the deck .I switched to a hand control for more precise control . Moving the motor to enter the water in the middle of the boat would might eliminate most issues with room . your thoughts on which motor to pull cranks and single pole ?