if you want to run a dipsy you'll need a pretty stout setup (unless you run the super small ones, but then you'll need to let out way too much line to get down to 60ft).
Personally I'd vertical jig them.
Dion needs his minutes cut, when that happens he'll become a better Dman (not like he's horrible now, but look at the minutes that guy places against the best in the league). It will be interesting to see what Robidas adds as well.
I've got that exact motor on a Lund 1700 Pro Sport, it works great. Never been pushed off a spot because of wind/waves yet. Recently put a 3 blade prop on it and it's even better then before.
Make sure you go for the I-Pilot Link as well.
Clarkson will be just fine this year.. The pressure of coming back to TO is gone, I'm sure he'll be back to his normal form. Still not a huge fan of that long contract however. Can't wait to see the new guys we picked up finally hit the ice (Santorelli especially)
Also, no need to run the dipsys at a #0 or #1 setting, #3 for sure especially in the depths you're fishing. Get those baits off to the side and away from the boat. Although I wouldn't call lake trout a spooky fish..
Dipsys work great, the problem isn't your setup, it's the lake you're fishing. Haul the boat down to Lake O and run that exact setup for salmon, you'll have a lot more fun.