[macojoe]

being that i converted my v to a bracket, i would shorten the set back to just what you need to tilt motor. You really don't need to lift motor up all the way up. further back adds more leverage on transom and changes the center of gravity quite a bit. I always wished i went shorter with mine, but i bought a used Armstrong and beggars can't be to picky! But are building so you can do what you want. but looks good from here!!