My Electric Auger Video

[AxeMan]

Finally took some video of my 8" electric auger in action in about 30" of ice. This is with the truck not running. It goes a bit faster if the truck is running as the voltage is up a bit. That's Jesse on the auger drilling for big Wabamun pike. Click on the video thumbnail.

http://i719.photobucket.com/albums/ww200/dchristi/th_HPIM0379.jpg (http://s719.photobucket.com/albums/ww200/dchristi/?action=view&current=HPIM0379.flv)

Original thread:
http://www.outdoorsmenforum.ca/showthread.php?t=27475&highlight=electric

[Redfrog]

Where di it come from? Pros Cons?

[Ken07AOVette]

Cool. Maybe even a little faster than mine.

[baitfisher83]

Doh, the video doesnt work for me, looks like one hell of a beast though!

[AxeMan]

Where di it come from? Pros Cons?

Ken, maybe you could add to this as well.

Pros
-ultra reliable.
-no tuning, adjustments, or maintenance.
-no gas or oil mess or smell.
-quiet
-smooth and easy to use.
-can be easily converted to armstrong handle with 2 bolts.

Cons
-must have a truck or quad or a 12V battery with you.
-expensive unless your a do it yourselfer like Ken and me.
-mine is a bit on the heavy side.

Unit is home made, see original post.

[bucktaker]

water and electricity... something does not seem right here.:lol:

[AxeMan]

Doh, the video doesnt work for me, looks like one hell of a beast though!

Try loading Adobe Flash Player for your browser. Photobucket uses flash for their videos.

http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/

BTW, I'll tell Jesse that you think he is one hell of a beast. He will take that as a compliment. :)

[Ken07AOVette]

Ken, maybe you could add to this as well.

Pros
-ultra reliable.
-no tuning, adjustments, or maintenance.
-no gas or oil mess or smell.
-quiet
-smooth and easy to use.
-can be easily converted to armstrong handle with 2 bolts.

-electric motor will likely outlive several generations of fishermen
-far cheaper initially, no upkeep
-never have to pull a rope, hence no start mechanism failure
-start every single time you push the button
-the right motor will run off a small gelcell battery or quad/sled battery

Cons
-must have a truck or quad or a 12V battery with you.
-expensive unless your a do it yourselfer like Ken and me.
-mine is a bit on the heavy side.

-everyone wants to use it
-10" single blade chipper units require more rpm than torque, better suited to gas units
-repairs may require specific parts that can not be bought, have to be made by manufacturer

Unit is home made, see original post.

added above. :wave: