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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: Barbelface on September 06, 2020, 02:55:51 PM

Title: Transom and long shank outboard
Post by: Barbelface on September 06, 2020, 02:55:51 PM

The transom on my Jon boat is about 17”. The shaft length on my 4hp Yamaha is 22”. This means the cavatation plate will sit about 5-6” under the water. I’ve read that it should be level or 1” below for most situations. As this is a very low hp kicker type outboard should I be worried, and if so what issues can occur running too low (other than shallow water 😀)

Very new to  boating and lots to learn..

Title: Re: Transom and long shank outboard
Post by: firstlight on September 06, 2020, 05:32:00 PM

Cavitation plate should be even with your keel if i remember correct.
Your transom will either be 15 or 20 inch.

Title: Re: Transom and long shank outboard
Post by: firstlight on September 06, 2020, 05:33:26 PM

Quote from: firstlight on September 06, 2020, 05:32:00 PM

Cavitation plate should be even with your keel if i remember correct.
Your transom will either be 15 or 20 inch.
Shouldnt really be a big deal with a 4 hp.