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well, i think i am probably 6 weeks away from getting this ready to run. i have been pretty diligently searching around the area ads/craigslist for a motor that is remote and short shaft. damn this is hard to find ! so ... i am starting to think that i "might" close in the stern so i can mount a long shaft motor.

i am not a whiz with fiberglass, but it doesn't look hard - i would get a fill board cut to measure and bolt it in, then resin and mat over it until it is very impregnated then gel coat it to seal. i probably would get a backing plate to ensure a sturdy mount.

what do you think - should i continue to hold out for a decent short shaft or build up the transom.

i guess my other option is to get a long shaft then change it to a short shaft, but i am a "little uncomfortable" with doing all that ... thanks for your advice.