Posted by Phil T on 06/30/15 - 7:54 AM
#5
Watch out, the OP is installing a new 4 stroke motor.
The added weight of the 4 stroke and the jackplate may be too much. Figure out the added weight and then do a mock-up on the boat to determine if it will work.
Adding a fixed jackplate will only result in reducing your draft by an inch or two but will add undesirable weight and cost.