A mud motor is a motorized vehicle that can be used in shallow waters, muddy areas or marshlands.  These motors are often connected to john boats and can help you get into places where vessels with outboard motors just cannot go. 

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LONG TAIL MOTORS

Model Shaft Price Engine Type Dimensions (in) Weight (lbs)
Sport 89 3/4 inch Call for pricing 8 HP 36 x 18 x 6 55
Sport 100 1 inch Call for pricing 15 HP 36 x 18 x 6 64

SURFACE-DRIVE MOTORS

Model Shaft Price Engine Type Dimensions (in) Weight (lbs)
200 3/4 inch Call for pricing 8 HP 36 x 18 x 12 110
300 1 inch Call for pricing 15-23 HP 36 x 18 x 12 110
390 1 inch Call for pricing 15-23 HP 36 x 18 x 12 110

ENGINES

Our mud motor kits are compatible with any horizontal shaft, air-cooled, four stroke engine (i.e. Honda, Briggs & Stratton, Propoint etc) We are also happy to sell you a Propoint engine.

Engine Make HP Displacement Price
Propoint 8 HP 208 CC $350.00
Propoint 15 HP 420 CC $600.00

WARRANTY

MUD MOTORS CANADA WARRANTIES its mud motor kits for 30 days from the day of purchase.  Mud motors are typically used in very treacherous environments and can quickly become damaged if not used properly.  That said, MUD MOTORS CAN LAST FOR YEARS if operated with care and maintained properly . MUD MOTORS CANADA covers it’s product for “legimate issues” related to manufacturer defect.

This warranty does not cover damage due to impact, normal wear, excessive wear due to lack of lubrication, neglect, corrosion, lack of maintenance, modification to the product, misuse or loss. The customer will be responsible for the shipping costs of any item returned to them that is not covered under warranty. This warranty is provided to the original purchaser and is not transferrable. Proof of original purchase is required on all warranties, exchanges, and returns to MUD MOTORS CANADA. Engines, electrical parts and propellers are not covered under this warranty.

SERVICE AND REPAIR SERVICES

We try to stay fully stocked with replacement parts for all the motors we sell.  We are equipped to service or repair all of the kits we sell.  Prop replacement can be done easily right on the boat.  We highly recommend keeping an extra prop or two in your boat in case of prop strike.

 

Contact US

MUD MOTORS CANADA
69 Station Road, Gananoque Ontario K75 2V3
Phone: 613-876-5917
[email protected]
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