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[Barbelface]

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..

[firstlight]

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

[firstlight]

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.