Transom weight.

[overboard]

Hey guys, I have a lot of question marks about the new set up I am putting on my boat. I am going to put the '95 225 Rude that I bought from BigShrimpin on the boat, plus the '01 15 hp merc kicker. The Rude weighs in at 453lbs. and the merc weighs 112. This bring me up to 565lbs. on just motors alone. I have abandoned the bracket idea for now because of the weight issue. What potential problems am I looking at with this much weight on the a s s end of the boat? Also, I have heard about some people using a different kind of scupper on their boats that is more effective at being a one way valve. What are they and where do you get them? Mine are shot. I also am looking at options for raising my transom the 5" that are neccisary for the new motor. Almost thinking about doing it with a pourable product, but don't want to add more unneccisary weight to the transom. How much lighter do you all think the "glue and screw" meathod is? I know, I know a lot of questions for one thread and no pictures but I promise those will come when I actually do something productive:) :head:

[macojoe]

Is it a Cuddy or CC?? Cuddy do better with the weight then a CC!!

A flotation bracket is a must!!

pour able is going to be easier, then wood. Pour able going to to last forever, wood will last for as long as you are going to need it if done right.

weight, I hear the pour able is heavier? But not sure??

with gas the way it is and such, I sell that 225 and get a nice 150 thats all you need!

a bracket weighs like 100 pounds + or -

[overboard]

I know I only need a 150, but BigShrimp gave me a hell of a deal. I am not going to use a bracket at this time. I have a Cuddy, but am still nervous about the extra weight. Most of the time my boating is a short run out to somewhere, then lots of trolling or drift fishing (thats why I got the fuel sipping Merc)

[tsubaki]

TH Marine Hi-Jacker™ Fixed Jacking Plate http://www.boatownersworld.com/thmarine/images/JP-4FA.jpgThis tough 3/8" thick aluminum bracket provides an inexpensive solution to mounting a long shaft outboard to a short transom. Also great as a fixed jack plate for all V6 outboards. Handles all outboards up to 225 hp. Three engine mounting holes and two transom mounting holes combined with a 3" designed lift allows a total of 5 1/2" of lift with a full four (4) inches of setback.
Part #http://www.boatownersworld.com/thmarine/images/spacer.gifDescriptionPrice JP-4FAhttp://www.boatownersworld.com/thmarine/images/spacer.gifT-H Marine HI-JACKERTM Non-Adjustable Jack Plate 4" setback - Aluminum Finish - 034994$99.00

[tsubaki]

Oh, and if only I had a reason to buy it or if you were near here.
EVINRUDE 150XP OB, will demo, $1550. Call 912-267-7541 after 7pm

[Blue_Runner]

I second the hi-jacker fixed jackplate. I used one on my 20" transom V and 25" Johnson 140 and it worked great.

[overboard]

Yeah, that may be the way to go. Definately would get me back on the water faster. The only draw back wounld be still having a 20" transom, (I'm worried about the extra weight and how much lower my stern will sit in the water) Also, does anyone know what the ideal replacement scuppers are for our boats? If so, where can I get them?

[eight]

I thought an 89 is supposed to have a 25" transom?

[THEFERMANATOR]

I thought an 89 is supposed to have a 25" transom?


The factory made them all as 25", but offered them as a 20" and would just cut them down. Many people also cut them down to a 20" to use an engine they already had. Up until the early 80's most all outboards were 15" or 20" shafts, and in the mid 80's 25" shafts started becomeing popular for the V-6's for larger hulls.

[cterrebonne]

if you just want to go up and not back, these work very well we have installed several in the last year.

http://cook-mfg.net/cart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10_13&products_id=13

[Sean]

Yup, I have a home made one mine, works great
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k159/sreilly_2006/Steigeretec12.jpg

[overboard]

Hey Tsubaki, which internet site did you pull the info for that jack plate off of? I am looking into one of those and thats a great price.

[tsubaki]

Think that one came from Boaters World.
Give me a minute....

[tsubaki]

http://www.boatownersworld.com/thmarine/fixed_jacking_plate.htm

[Stillrunning]

Why not get several friends together and take the boat to the ramp and check the weight issue in the water. Just have a few guys which equal the weight of the two motors sit as far back as they can. Then have a few more jump on to see how it rides with a few people in the boat. Add one more person to account for ice and beer oh, yea and gas. This should give you a good idea of how it will sit in the water.

Speaking of beer and weight. If I drink a beer while on a boat does it lighten the load by 12oz.

[overboard]

Thanks Tsubaki! Hey Stillrunning, I think it depends on how often your God-given bilge pump comes on :)

[bradford]

Speaking of beer and weight. If I drink a beer while on a boat does it lighten the load by 12oz.

Only if you go aft and "check the wake" after each one!:beer:

[eight]

12 oz of beer weighs about 13.1 oz. Of course drinking it just moves the weight into your belly. Where it goes from there is not always sure. If it's hot enough I can drink lots of beers without having to bilge.