General Question on Motor Set up on Flat Bottom boat...1991 35hp

[skiffscott]

I have a J-14 Carolina Skiff with a '91 Force 35hp. How do you properly set up the mounting height for an outboard installed on a flat bottom hull?

I have found lots of info on "V" hull set up and so I set my motor up where the cavitation plate is about 1/2" lower than the bottom of the hull. I have an adjustable jack plate installed since the Force shaft length was too long for my hull.

If anything....I think I need to lower the motor more? Any input is greatly appreciated!

 

[skiffscott]

Re: General Question on Motor Set up on Flat Bottom boat...

Some body please help!

 

[steve_a_w]

Re: General Question on Motor Set up on Flat Bottom boat...

SkiffScot
Try the forum at I Boats, Someone there should able to help.

http://forums.iboats.com/

Good luck
Steve A W

 

[Jerryjerry05]

Re: General Question on Motor Set up on Flat Bottom boat...

The cavitation plate should be even or just below the bottom1/2 in at the max.Jerry

 

[skiffscott]

Re: General Question on Motor Set up on Flat Bottom boat...

Steve and Jerry... Thank's! That is where I have it set.