Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Long or short shaft on older 13

Posted by CES on 08/30/10 - 5:33 PM
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If your boat is a pre 1972, you have a 15" transom. Also, if as you say, your cavitation plate is three inches below your keel, you're losing some serious performance. Your choices are: get a 15" shaft motor (hard to find unless you buy a Tohatsu or Nissan), raise your transom by purchasing and installing a jack plate ($150) or KentFab Transadapter ($450), or building up your transom (lots of work).
Edited by CES on 08/30/10 - 6:49 PM