bob's machine jackplate and V8's????

[hammer250v8]

what gives?<br /> i called bob's machine shop last week and asked the secratery if the lightweight eletric jackplate will support my 250 V8. she said she checked with bob and he said no problem. i went to order one today and the woman said NO WAY!!! no V8's on their jackplates. Dhadley: you recommended for me to run bob's setup. have you done this with a V8 before? thanks...james

 

[Dhadley]

Re: bob's machine jackplate and V8's????

Electric? I would use the hydraulic 6" or 10". They will hold a V8. But not that little hydraulic one, I dont think its rated that big. <br /><br />The electric ones I've seen had trouble lifting a 50 hp motor.

 

[hammer250v8]

Re: bob's machine jackplate and V8's????

it's the electric 6 inch one. they wont sell it to me. the first question the secretary asked is what kind of motor was going to be used.my land & sea is a P.O.S! bob's looks like a quality product.well, she will sell it to me with no warantee.have you ever had a V8 on bobs jackplate? thanks...james

 

[Hooty]

Re: bob's machine jackplate and V8's????

Hey Hammer,<br /><br />This is where I bought my hydraulic jackplate. Top o' the line. Check 'um out.<br /><br /> Detwiler <br /><br />c/6<br /><br />Hooty

 

[Dhadley]

Re: bob's machine jackplate and V8's????

Yes, we have run the V8's on Bobs hydraulic stuff. No problem.