OB Bracket

[formulafisher]

What is the best way to install a outboard bracket on my boat. I am closing up the whole where the outdrive was and want to install twin 150hp's

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: OB Bracket

Tough question ! What is the boat ?<br /><br />Maybe work with the boat manufacturer on this.<br />If I may presume ... you had a v8,maybe big block in this boat,and it's center of gravity was about 3 feet ahead of the transom.<br /><br />Now you want to 'patch' a hole in the same transom.Put a bracket on it,and mount 2 motors,probably 800 lbs.,3 feet aft of the transom.<br /><br />I'm not trying to ridicule you or anyone,just getting the picture.<br /><br />With 150 hp's as costly as they are I would buy a boat with them,made for them.<br /><br />DHP

 

[Dhadley]

Re: OB Bracket

Obviously some glass work and reinforcing is required. You'll need to know your transom angle now as most I/O's have a different angle than outboards. <br /><br />This type conversion is done all the time. Very common. Pick a glass shop that has experience or contact the manufacturer of the bracket you choose (Stainless Marine, B-bracket, Armstrong etc) for specific details on your boat.<br /><br />Should make a very nice rig when done. Good luck!