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| My lower unit doesnt go far enough into the water and I need to lower it somehow. If anyone has any ideas as how to do this I would really appreciate it. dont suggest getting an extension for the lower unit or anything like that because thats not an option. I think my best bet is somthing like this.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v?=rluUb34SU_A&feature=related
does anyone know where i can find something like that or how to make it? I dont really want that big handle on it though. I just need it to lower the motor about 2 inches. thanks |
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Location: In a shack in the woods | How big of motor is it? |
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Location: Altoona IA | Can't get your link to refer to what you are needing but I assume it is a manual motor lift (large handle). This is the best option and can be bought at places like Bass Pro, Cabela's etc. Another option is a jack plate. Normally these are for mouning a long shaft on a short shaft transom (raising motor). There are adjustable and non-adjustable. You could use an adjustable plate and drill your own holes slightly lower and use the lowest setting. On the non-adjustable sometimes you can flip them upside down. Normally they have a 4" setback and could be used with a clamp type motor. However, in either case you need to have clearance from from the top and back of the transom for clamps, controls, turning etc. |
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| is it possible to build my own? |
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| Not sure why they say no 4 stroke, but I've seen this one with a Merc 9.9 4s on a charter boat on Michigan.
http://www.marinetechproducts.com/pages/OutboardMotorBracket
Cabelas, Bass pro, etc. |
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Anyone know how to make or where to buy one of these?