I have a Krogen Manatee, came with a bow and stern thruster. two things, 1. the high bow on the manatee does not respond well with wind, as the stern does. 2. make sure you have a battery near the thruster, if is battery powered, makes all the difference. see you in paradise! Capt Sterling _www.captainsterling.com_ (http://www.captainsterling.com/) 305-394-7422