Dumb Boat Question

[bfraser4070]

Hello:<br /><br />OK I am a first time boat buyer. I purchased a used 1989 Hydra-sports 2200 WA. This model has an extension on the back that holds the motor. I am not sure what you call it, but you can walk on it.<br /><br />Should this transome thing holding the motor fill with water. Should the hole at the bottom contain some sort of plug. Ok stop laughing! I really am not sure. It would just seem it would get out of the water much faster if this thing was not full of water.<br /><br />Thanks<br />Bob

 

[DJ]

Re: Dumb Boat Question

Bob,<br /><br />It's called a bracket. They are used for a couple of reasons.<br /><br />1. It allows for a full transom-more seaworthy.<br /><br />2. The prop is in cleaner water, for a better bite.<br /><br />The hole is there for it to drain. Don't plug it.

 

[CharlesW]

Re: Dumb Boat Question

Bob:<br />I learned a long time ago that the only dumb quetion is the one you don't ask.<br />When I first checked the motor bracket on my pontoon boat, I thought the same thing. Trust what djohns19 tells you. It will drain when underway.<br /><br />Charles

 

[bfraser4070]

Re: Dumb Boat Question

Thanks of the help!<br /><br />The bracket(deck) is almost like a 3' x 4' by 2' high. It just holds so much water I was just a little concerned.<br /><br />Thanks everyone!