Scud Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 I just picked up a 2004 Hewes 16' Redfisher last weekend, and I'm looking to add a jack plate and a power pole, but I'm getting mixed reviews on which jack plate to go with. I know the Bob's is self-contained, but I'm wondering if one would be better than the other for my boat? I'm going with a 8' power pole blade and would like to mount it to the jack plate instead of the transom. Thanks for the help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 Had a Bob’s on last boat and loved it. Understand Atlas is also very good. Google a comparison of both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCFD rtrd. Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 I have a factory installed Atlas on my 23 hps (2013) and never had a problem. I use it more than the tilt and trim. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuddyBottomBluz Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 Ford/Chevy Yamaha/Mercury/Evinrude/Suzuki, etc. I have a Bob's with the pump remotely mounted and love it. Atlas I think is standard on MBG products. They are both good products but it comes down to maintenance, switches exposed to elements, etc. I don't think you could go wrong with either one, just choose between electric or hydraulic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geeviam Posted June 6, 2020 Report Share Posted June 6, 2020 12 hours ago, Scud said: I just picked up a 2004 Hewes 16' Redfisher last weekend, and I'm looking to add a jack plate and a power pole, but I'm getting mixed reviews on which jack plate to go with. I know the Bob's is self-contained, but I'm wondering if one would be better than the other for my boat? I'm going with a 8' power pole blade and would like to mount it to the jack plate instead of the transom. Thanks for the help! I have an Atlas 4" (actually closer to 5" setback) plus a 2.5" setback spacer on my 2017 Redfisher 16. Other than a relay gone bad, it has worked very well. I use it a lot. I added the setback spacer to be able to drop the motor height for better prop bite, and still have enough clearance to tilt the motor up. The Redfisher 16 has a high transom - even with the pocket. It's about 25" from the top of the transom to the keel, yet it's rigged with a 20" shaft motor. Not trying to scare you away from installing a jack plate. Just some advice to help you steer clear of potential prop grip problems. The big Atlas jack plate adds about 2 1/4" of built-in motor height, while the Bob's and the smaller Atlas MicroJacker add about 1 1/2" or less built-in motor height. So to help make sure your prop stays hooked up in turns and when trimmed up, I recommend going with the Bob's 6" Action Jac or the smaller Atlas MicroJacker. A good 4-blade prop that maintains grip when running the motor high is also a good idea. The Merc Spitfire X7 or the Yamaha Talon SS4 work very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted June 6, 2020 Report Share Posted June 6, 2020 Bobs, Bobs, Bobs. Had them both and overall the bobs is just a more solid unit. There is a reason all the big horsepower motors are mounted on Bobs plate. Atlas is on a lot of manufacturers boats from the factory because of back end discounts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigsnook35 Posted June 7, 2020 Report Share Posted June 7, 2020 Bobs all day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lap it Up Posted June 8, 2020 Report Share Posted June 8, 2020 22 hours ago, bigsnook35 said: Bobs all day. Agreed. BOBS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuddyBottomBluz Posted June 8, 2020 Report Share Posted June 8, 2020 Alright, I was trying to play the devil's advocate but, screw it, go Bob's. I have seen a couple people with Atlas jack plates get to the ramp and, no go up or down, fishing trip canceled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scud Posted June 9, 2020 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2020 Bob’s it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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