How to properly measure new transom wood for new outboard?

[Texas Prowler]

I have removed the transom wood from my 59 Smith Craft and am looking to replace it and match the height of the 73 johnson 50hp i have can you guys help me figure how to go about properly measuring the new wood to be cut? Thanks any help is appreciated. I'd like to stray from using a Jack Plate due to a t&&t unit in the future. Thanks!

 

[Woodonglass]

This should give you the information you need...

Just reverse the numbers. If you measure from the cavitation plate to the bottom of the mounting bracket and it's between 15-17 inches then your transom should measure that same height from the bottom of the keel to the top of the transom. If it's 20-22" then the same for the Transom.

 

[Texas Prowler]

Thanks!