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[The 1987 GUARDIAN 18] is going to need the transom repaired. The second notch was a poorly done modification to a 20-inch transom that utilized a stainless drop-on cap. Once I get the boat disassembled, [transom repair] will be first on the list for repairs I will post some pictures once it's apart...

Thanks for all the input looks like the first stop will be at the glass shop for transom repair possible replacement wish me luck.
I will update once a direction is figured out.

I have a cmc 5" set back plate I could bolt on. What would the concerns be also if I mounted it up do you guys think it would be wise to undo the specialist work

Hydraulic fluid and oil so gunk

The boat had only one owner before me the Wisconsin department of natural resources
Do you think that was for a repower? I had read that there was a few that had 20" transoms
I sure hope it's not hacked is scheduled for delivery tomorrow

Is this a normal transom? I understand they are normally 25 inch. Is this a 20?

A few more pictures

I recently purchased a 1987 GUARDIAN 18. I am told that this model became the OUTRAGE 19. Any clarification on that point would be great. I [want to] purchase [new] power for the [1987 GUARDIAN 18] boat. I have never owned an outboard before--only inboard engine boats. I have been told a very wide r...