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paul
thatcher
Boat Name:
Model/Year: 1990
Hull No.
Hailing Port: |
 10/06/2018 7:00 AM Pacific Time
Hey guys,
I have a Suzuki 9.9 hp ( i think it's a 2005). I believe a 20 inch long shaft. I'm on a Catalina 25
I've been told I need a different mounting bracket, as the prop will keep popping out of the water, in not very large waves. I'm sill in the bay.
Any suggestions on a motor mount, that will extend a little further down, putting my shaft deeper into he water?
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Kevin M. Morton
Sacramento, Ca
Boat Name: Serenity
Model/Year: 1976 C27SR
Hull No. 2366
Hailing Port: Richmond, Ca |
10/08/2018 4:06 PM Pacific Time
Hi Paul.
There are many factors that go into the decision about which motor mount to use. The sea state you motor in, shaft length, how high/low on the transom is your mount, etc. My advice is to mount your motor (securely) to your current mount and try it out for a bit. If there are no problems, then just go sailing. If there is a problem with your current setup coming out of the water too often, then look at CD's mounts. They have just over 17" of travel. You'll want to take the time to weigh your motor to determine the number of springs you'll need. Don't forget to tether your motor to the boat so you won't lose or destroy it if it vibrates off of your mount!
Kevin
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