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Topic: 20 inch shaft on an 11' Whaler
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jf_halloran |
posted 04-03-2008 07:39 AM ET (US)
I came across a 1993 Mercury 20 Horsepower Mercury with a 20" shaft, an was wondering if it would work on my 11' whaler sport. The only issues I could think of would have to do with increased drag and shallow water operation. Would there be any other issues I should be aware of? The motor itself is in great condition.
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pglein
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posted 04-03-2008 11:52 AM ET (US)
You will need to build or creat a jackplate that increases the height of the engine. A 20' shaft engine on a 15' transom will create a lot of problems. The extra drag will slow you down. It will also affect the trim of the boat, usually actually causing it to go bow-down, which I know is somewhat counter-intuitive, but that's the way it seems to work. But most importantly, it will create a tremendous amount of spray off the back of the boat. It will look like you're riding in a very slow hydroplane. |
Tohsgib
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posted 04-03-2008 01:01 PM ET (US)
It will put a lOT of stress on your transom, get a jackplate either fixed($80) or manual adjustable($150) and use it. Actually it is kinda better because it keeps the engine from getting drenched when you come off plane. |