I just came across this conversion . . . [ATTACH] . [ATTACH] . Interesting design with the extensions on either side of the motor mount...
Yes, I tend to compare boats by their weight vs. hull length. Not a totally scientific approach, but it gives some insight. I consider it...
Thanks for the continued comments . . . @JonW A friend of mine has the same boat and installed the SeaKeeper gyro . . . He didn't have anything...
I am modifying the bracket design to provide an air gap between the underside of the swim deck and the top surface of the bracket. I'll have a...
Quick Update . . . I came across an outboard conversion and bracket for a boat very similar to mine. It is a Chaparral 327 SSX, which I...
Thanks for your input. I have and will continue to consider at least a couple of things, perhaps more. 1) Static water line My rough...
Question for those following along and may have some insight to the bracket design aspect of the project. . . I have seen various approaches to...
As far as engine/boat performance goes. The waters that I boat in (Cape Cod, Buzzards Bay, USA) are usually choppy having a fair amount of fetch...
Great!. I'm looking forward to any/all input on the project. :)
Thanks @comfisherman . I appreciate the insight on the Suzuki duo's. I think I will get price quotes for Mercury, Suzuki, and Yamaha. I can...
Do these questions help with providing advice on the project or the design?
Here is the link to my outboard conversion thread (recently started) Twin I/O to Twin Outboard Conversion Project...
Yes, I figure $100K gross and -$20K for the 2 engines and outdrives, to net out to $80K. I do the glass work, and I work for beer.
Greetings . . . After much consideration I have decided to do a conversion of my Twin Inboard/Outboard (Mercruiser sterndrive) powered boat to...