[rcwiegand]

I have a 2004 35 Open with Crusader 8.1L engines and ZF63A 2.5:1 transmissions. I had trolling valves installed when I bought the boat new. I used the valves exclusively for several years but now have transitioned to trolling bags. I prefer the trolling bags unless I am trolling in larger waves. I get better speed control and use less fuel. I have to run 900+-1000 rpm when I use the valves. Contrary to the post above, I only run the bag on the side with the engine I am using. If I did it over, I would have saved ~$3500 and not installed the valves.