18Starcraft
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- Sep 20, 2009
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Recently got a 1982 Starcraft 18 ft CC. Posted this question before but now have a new idea. The 80 HP Merc currently on the boat does not run. I have a 1984 115 Evinrude & will be swapping motors. Naturally mounting bolts do not match up. The Merc's brackets are narrower and any bolts even carrige will interfear with the Evinrudes brackets will be dimpled into the transom. I have acces to some 1/4 inch aluminum. How would it work if I bolted a plate about 12 in X 18 in to the transom with 3M 5200 inbetween the surfaces and mounted to this? I talked to the guy about welding the plate on and he was concerned about the differences in thickness being a problem. Any thoughts on the plate? I'm trying to get ready for some fall Striper action. Thanks for any ideas