Volvo Penta 290 Transom Template

[xcrchar]

I am in the processes of overhauling my fishing vessel, it currently has a 280 sp and I have all the necessary parts to convert to a 290 dp except the transom template which i have lost, i have tried local volvo marine dealerships with no avail , it is now close to the fishing season and i need the measurements for installation, if anyone has a pdf or even a hand drawn bitmap of the dimensions it would be greatly appreciated. I have converted the boat from outboard to inboard/outboard myself doing everything from electrical to fiberglass, and has provided me with years of reliable service ( with a few headaches of course )

[gonzo]

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You can take the pattern from the transom shield for the cutout and bolt holes too.

[whitepointer23]

gonzo, how high do i mount a 270 leg i am about to replace my shaft drives with a single diesel and 270 leg. i can not find any info on height, do you set the leg with the cav plate 1" below the bottom like an outboard.

[whitepointer23]

bump.

[IMP-ish]

It may be right for a heavier cruiser, but it sounds low to me. I've never had a sterndrive with the anti-ventilation plate below the hull bottom. Always level with the hull bottom or 1/4" above.

[whitepointer23]

thanks imp, thats exactly what i needed to know, now i just need to make a template .

[IMP-ish]

Wait for others to chime in. I only think in terms of lighter sport boats. And you only want to cut the transom once.

In their install manual Mercruiser specifies their x-dimension by deadrise and speed. I'm surprised volvo penta doesn't have a similar table.

[whitepointer23]

Originally Posted by IMP-ish

Wait for others to chime in. I only think in terms of lighter sport boats. And you only want to cut the transom once.

In their install manual Mercruiser specifies their x-dimension by deadrise and speed. I'm surprised volvo penta doesn't have a similar table.

i only have a service manual. i need an install manual.