minn kota motor problems

[Chrisper4694]

I'm not sure where else to post this, but if it needs to be moved to a different page, feel free.

so, because minn kota has no authorized service centers within almost 3 hours of me I have to fix the damn thing myself. been having issues with it since the second season with it.

I forget which members are experts in this but i'm hoping someone can confirm the part i need to fix the current issue...

I talked to minn kota about the problem and they seemed to be not totally sure what the problem was so hopefully someone here can help more definitely.

When i'm trying to control the speed of the motor (forward or reverse) the motor will click off and then click back on erratically and more and more often the longer this problem persists. I also noticed if the battery isn't at full power the motor will just turn completely off and not turn back on unless i disconnect it and reconnect it.

Additionally (not sure if it's related but assuming it is) the handle on the motor in the 'off' position still turns the prop slowly and only if i click it just barely into reverse does it truly stop the prop completely.

Not many options as to what the problem is, i know...my main issue is the expensive control box and if that is the definite problem piece. is there any chance that these issues are from the handle pieces, clutch piece or battery reader connection, etc.? I'd hate to order the control box and it not fix the problems as it's a $100 part!

btw all the current wires and connections appear to be in perfect shape from what i saw inside the unit but i didn't pull them out of the shaft yet.

I appreciate any help, thanks guys!