First question is simple, I'm looking to replace my outboard and am questioning if I really need the long shaft. Is the Long shaft on the Hunter 26 a nice to have or a must have?
Second question may be simple as well. My current outboard is offset because the transom plate is not square to the stern of the boat. Should I put a spacer on the plate to square the transom off to the boat? or should I offset the motor again?
Thanks
Ben
Second question may be simple as well. My current outboard is offset because the transom plate is not square to the stern of the boat. Should I put a spacer on the plate to square the transom off to the boat? or should I offset the motor again?
Thanks
Ben
so I don't have a lot of experiences yet to share.... but... When I'm on a starboard tack, my motor comes out of the water. Not usually a problem because if I have enough wind to be on a decent starboard tack, I'm lifting the motor anyway. But I suspect that if I ever get into serious swells, I'll have problems.... About 5 positions down on my wish list is a long shaft, electric start with electric tilt.... but for now I'm okay with what I have.