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Author	Topic:   Using 15-inch Shaft Outboard on 20-inch Transom
Jholmes105	posted 10-17-2014 09:19 AM ET (US)         The transom [on a 1984 Boston Whaler 13-foot boat] is designed for 20-inch-shaft outboard engines. Is there any feasible way of mounting a short shaft or 15-inch shaft outboard engine on a 13-footer [with a 20-inch transom]? I ran across a deal on a newer 20-HP four-cycle. Quick replies greatly appreciated. What about a transom bracket? Thanks JP
dg22	posted 10-17-2014 12:11 PM ET (US)             I would not recommend doing that even if it is a great deal. Even if you put a bracket to set back your motor, there will most likely be issues with the steering, control cables, etc... Plus, if your boat ever fills up with water, you may lose the BW benefit of keeping the engine above the waterline. On top of all that, it won't look good.
jimh	posted 10-17-2014 12:36 PM ET (US)             Usually a modern engine with a 15-inch shaft is hard to find. It's odd that you've got one lined up for a 20-inch transom boat. I also don't recommend trying to make the 15-inch shaft engine work on the 20-inch transom. Leave that 15-inch-shaft engine for some guy whose boat neeeds it. You'll be better with a 20-inch shaft on your boat.
Jholmes105	posted 10-17-2014 07:42 PM ET (US)             Thanks for the replies and suggestions, yeah I guess I will have to pass on the deal as it just may not be the right way to go.

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