HB350 Houseboat Thruster
Description: HB350 Houseboat Thruster, 24 VDC, 400 Amps,
Dual Prop, Anodized Marine-Grade Aluminum Housing
Horsepower: 7.5HP
The HB350 Houseboat Thruster from Sideshift is perfect for houseboats
between 40’ and 80’ in length. The powerful 7.5 horsepower, dual prop
thruster is mounted to the underside of the deck at the bow or stern to
provide a strong pivot point advantage for optimum control in any weather.
To deploy, simply press the helm-mounted actuator switch and within seconds
the HB350 drops down into position, stopping automatically at the perfect depth.
From here precision guidance is right at your fingertips with the simple
joystick control to swing your bow in any direction, regardless of wind or
current. An audible alarm and position sensor ensure operator awareness of the
thruster at all times, preventing accidental damage.
Saltwater proven, whisper quiet and water-cooled, the HB350 Houseboat
Thruster features two rugged 8” aluminum props, marine-grade anodized aluminum
housing and stainless steel hardware. Shipped as a complete kit with thruster,
controller, wireless joystick(no wire run to the helm!), wireless remote key
fob, wiring harness, mounting hardware, fuse/fuse holder with digital voltage
indicator and battery switch, installing the HB350 Houseboat Thruster takes only
a few hours and can be done either in-water or on-land.
The World’s First Retractable Thruster – For a Houseboat
With their shallow draft and significant windage, houseboats can be extremely
difficult to handle around a dock on the best of days. With the introduction of
the HB series of retractable thrusters, Sideshift has set the standard for a
powerful, easy-to-install thruster for houseboats up to 80′.
Makes Houseboat Docking a Breeze
Installed easily in a few hours as a DIY project, or by any marina or
boatyard, the powerful dual prop thruster sits at home under the bow in our
rugged, marine grade anodized aluminum housing, ready for use when you need it!
To deploy, simply press the helm-mounted actuator switch and within seconds
the thruster drops down into position, stopping automatically at the perfect
depth. From here precision guidance is right at your fingertips with the simple
joystick control to swing your bow in any direction, regardless of wind or
current. Not only does docking become much easier and safer, but you will
experience stress-free handling and control in all close quarters situations.
The compact, low profile housing design keeps the thruster out of harm’s way
at all speeds, and it doesn’t interfere with beaching or shallow water
situations.
As an added bonus, our HB Series thruster includes Sideshift’s popular remote
control key fob that puts precision control right in the palm of your hand. You
or your first mate can now have full control of the bow from anywhere on the
boat or dock, to secure the lines and avoid any miscommunication.
Sideshift houseboat thrusters are perfect for houseboats from 30′ to 70′ in
length*. Our under-deck mounted, fully-retractable houseboat thrusters have
several key advantages and features, including:
- Fully retractable 12/24VDC actuation system
- Fast 6 second deployment time
- Powerful, 5hp or 7.5hp thruster motor for instant response
- Easy DIY installation
- Whisper quiet
* Contact factory for boats longer than 80′
In the Box
Sideshift houseboat thrusters are sold as a complete kit. Everything you need
is included except the power source. Our houseboat thruster kits include:
- Retractable Dual Prop Thruster
- Motor Controller
- Wireless Joystick and Actuator Control
- Wiring Harness
- All Mounting Hardware
- Wireless Remote Control Key Fob
Simply open the box and get started! When you’re finished the installation
just connect to a dedicated power source and enjoy an amazing, stress-free
boating experience!
Installation:
Sideshift houseboat thrusters can be installed in less than a day.
Conventional thrusters can take days to install by a professional. At Sideshift,
we make installing your thruster a breeze!
- Easy, do-it-yourself installation
- Detailed installation manual and unlimited phone support
- No complicated hydraulics
- Can be installed with your boat in the water
- No holes drilled below the waterline
- No noisy motor inside the hull or pontoon
- Can be installed by any marina or boatyard
Do-It-Yourself Installation or leave it to the professionals – it’s your
choice.
Houseboat Thruster Installation Manual
Our thrusters mount easily using our unique, universal mounting system.
Virtually any V-shaped bow, pontoon or stern can be accommodated.
And, to make things even simpler, our thruster systems now come standard with
our wireless joystick technology. The included wireless joystick control offers
simple plug and play for the helm-to-motor controller connection, eliminating
the hassle of long wire-runs, and shaving hours off installation time.
Do-It-Yourself
Installing a Sideshift bow and stern thruster is so easy that you can do it
yourself in less than a day. Other thruster systems can cost thousands of
dollars to install and take up to a week to complete. Not Sideshift! Just follow
the on-line video and easy, step-by-step instructions that are included with
every kit to get your boat out on the water faster. And we’re always available
to provide phone support if any questions come up.
Local Installers
Or, if you aren’t comfortable installing a Sideshift thruster yourself, you
can take it to your local marina or boatyard to let the professionals handle it.
Unlike tunnel thrusters which can cost thousands of dollars to install,
Sideshift thrusters can be installed for as little as $800-$1,200. Our thrusters
have been specifically designed for easy installation by any marine mechanic,
and as always, we’re available to speak with your installer if there are any
questions.
Warranty
All Sideshift thrusters are protected by our comprehensive 2-year
warranty
. If you have any issues at all with your thruster, just give
us a call. At Sideshift, we always work to make sure every customer is
completely satisfied!
Resources
Click to view the
Houseboat Thruster HB350 Datasheet
Click to view the
Houseboat Thruster Installation Manual
Significantly lower installed cost, more responsive performance, no mounting
holes below the waterline, virtually silent operation – These are only a few of
the many benefits you receive when choosing a Sideshift thruster over
conventional thruster systems.
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Features
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Sideshift
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Conventional Thrusters
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Easy same-day installation
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Yes
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No
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No tunnel or mounting holes below waterline
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Yes
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No
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In-water installation possible
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Yes
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No
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Virtually silent operation
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Yes
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No
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Zero drag when planing
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Yes
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No
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Pivot point advantage for optimal performance
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Yes
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No
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Prop-in-water design for greater responsiveness
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Yes
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No
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Canadian built to perform in heavy weather
conditions
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Yes
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No
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Can be retrofitted to a future boat
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Yes
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No
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Virtually maintenance free
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Yes
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No
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All-inclusive kit
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Yes
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No
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2-year Warranty
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Yes
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Yes
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Potential to void hull warranty
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No
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Yes
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Fits any type of boat – cruiser, trawler, cuddy,
sailboat, pontoon or houseboat
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Yes
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No
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Typical installed cost for boats up to
75’
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$3,300-$6,700
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$7,500-$15,000
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Detailed Cost Breakdown
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Sideshift
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Conventional Thrusters
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2.5hp – 7.5hp Thruster
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$2,900-4,900
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$3,000-7,000
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Additional hardware
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$200
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$300-500
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Batteries/cable
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$200-500
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$200-500
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Installation - DIY
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-
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Not Available
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Installation - Dealer
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$800-1,200
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$4,000-7,000
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Total Installed Cost
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$3,300-6,700
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$7,500-15,000
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