Short vs long shaft
I just got a '75 V-20 Fisherman CC that I'm restoring and would love some advice. The boat came with a 235 Johnson long shaft mounted on a jacking plate but the plate is cracked. I have a short shaft here that I could put on or replace the jack plate...what would y'all recommend? I'd rather drop the motor down for easier fishing for my son but if the boat rides significantly better with the plate/long shaft, then I'll get another plate. Any ideas or comments would be much appreciated. FYI: the boat will mainly be used for fishing in the Gulf of Mexico off the Mississippi Coast within 10 miles of shore but will also be used in much deeper water 20-or-so miles out sometimes.
Thanks all,
Kenny
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1975 Wellcraft V-20 Fisherman O/B center console (Step-Lift hull) with 1983 Johnson 235hp motor I'm refurbishing and I'm looking for parts like bow rail, bimini top (with attaching camper top) and advice/info; feel free to contact me with any of that. Thanks, Kenny
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