Thoughts on using a jack plate

[jasoncooperpcola]

Have you seen the T-H marine fixed hi-jacker? Its simple, two pieces of u shaped aluminum. Designed for your situation. About three inches setback. Reelapeelin has a Honda on his V he will chime in on the weight. Usually most four strokes are heavy.

[Carl]

From what I could find, my old engine (150 hp mariner) I believe weighs around 375 pounds. Am I adding too much additional weight (over 100 pounds) to the boat? Can this be compensated with trim tabs?

Thanks