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jlannutti
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Initially Posted - 01/16/2008 :  07:56:30  Show Profile
I'm considering putting an adjustable engine bracket on Gracie. Has anyone done this and, if so, do you have any advice/recommendations. Gracie is a '98 WB.
Id be most interested in knowing if you feel that it moves the engine weight too far toward the rear. With the batteries in the stern already I've added a 60lb bag of sand to the bow storage compartment in order to get her to sit properly along the water line.
Where and how, exactly, did you mount the bracket base.
Thank you in advance for any input.
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Nautiduck
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Response Posted - 01/16/2008 :  13:13:46  Show Profile
Why? What is not working with the outboard mounting location as it is? For me, not needing an outboard bracket is a benefit of the C250.

I have 275 punds of crushed rock in the bow but also have wheel steering and a second battery in the aft area.
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John Russell
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Response Posted - 01/16/2008 :  14:49:44  Show Profile
I have an adjustable bracket installed by the original owner. I was actually surprised to learn that they're not very common. I don't know if it is an advantage or not. Although, it's nice to have that space for a small drink cooler in the cockpit. I also made some conclusions about the hard link (discussed elsewhere) being unnecessary for me but, there's no real science there.

I think the weight difference is negligible. I also have rocks in my head -- oh, I mean in the bow. Also, PO installed.
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willy
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Response Posted - 01/20/2008 :  09:17:25  Show Profile
I have a fixed external engine bracket on Edgy and I love it. It does require a bit of leaning to raise the motor but gives me full turning range. Even in 5 & 6' seas...cavitation is never an issue and it certainly keeps the engine well out of the cockpit. I am not sure I see any advantage to having an adjustable mount unless you have a 15" shaft outboard.
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soulfinger
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Response Posted - 01/21/2008 :  21:07:51  Show Profile
Ours came with a fixed bracket that extends the motor about 8 or 10 inches straight out from the transom. I've considered switching it to an adjustable bracket that raises and lowers. The problem being that the engine is hard to work on with the mount so far out. It's not a huge deal, but since we're in saltwater, we have to flush it. I have a custom-made hose connection thingie that goes over the bottom of the motor to pump the freshwater in, but it's tricky. I have to 1) tilt the motor up and hang way out to put it on, and I have freakishly long arms, then I 2) turn on the hose then 3) lower the motor in to the vertical position (can't start mine while tilted) 4) flush it 5) tilt motor back 6) hang over back with previous mentioned arms to remove flush thingie. It's really a pain. On the other hand, it probably wouldn't be a lot of fun removing the old bracket and fitting the new one.
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