Changing Shaft Length

[Scuda11]

Hi all, I know this has been discussed in the past but I am still a little unsure about something and fig'd I'd ask the experts. I blew up my 86 200 Johnny last summer (20 in shaft) I'd like to replace it with a 150 and have a great deal on a 25in shaft. I measured my transom and it is just over 20 inches high. What kind of problems/issues would I be looking at?<br /><br />Going on my 20' Pro-line center console (in pics)<br /><br />Thanks in advance everyone.

 

[JB]

Re: Changing Shaft Length

Major problems with drivability, Scuda.<br /><br />Water over the transom, excessive drag.<br /><br />Forget it.

 

[noelm]

Re: Changing Shaft Length

water over transom?? just how would that happen by putting a 25 on a 20 inch??

 

[Scuda11]

Re: Changing Shaft Length

So exploring the possibility of a jack plate is prob not worth it? I guess the other option is to actually bring up the top of the transom. Although that work sounds not fun (I know all too well) I hate the fact that I NOW get water splashing over when I am drifting.

 

[Scuda11]

Re: Changing Shaft Length

Any more thoughts on this, should I forget about it?<br /><br />JB, this is in no way me disrespecting your opinion, I value it very much.<br /><br />Just looking for other opinions, thats all.<br /><br />Thanks!

 

[Scuda11]

Re: Changing Shaft Length

^^ bump