Posted by worleyswhaler on 07/12/23 - 10:31 AM
#1
I have read old posts until my eyes have bled about whether or not to use stainless lag bolts for the lower transom engine mount or install a jack plate with 4 thru bolts with back side washers and nuts and then mount the engine. Has anyone done this recently with a success story? Trying to figure out the best way to go for longevity for the transom.
thanks,
andrew
Edited by worleyswhaler on 07/12/23 - 10:40 AM
Posted by Joe Kriz on 07/12/23 - 12:57 PM
#2
See our article here:
https://www.whalercentral.com/article...icle_id=82
I would drill the "Green" holes.
Your boat profile says you own a 1971 Sakonnet but this post says you have a Nauset.
Which one is it?
Or do you own both?
Posted by worleyswhaler on 07/12/23 - 4:00 PM
#3
She's a hybrid! I have the reversible RPS and the rear bench seat and the casting platform that is removeable for the bow.
Green holes is a good option.
Thanks for the suggestion.
worley
Posted by Phil T on 07/13/23 - 6:49 AM
#5
The engine should be mounted "two holes up" with the top bolt in the 3rd hole in the engine bracket when counting down from the top.
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