Shaft length for H260

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I was wondering if I could use a short shaft for my H260 in a pinch if I had problems with my long shaft. I need the short shaft for an inflatable I want to buy. I heard of a guy pulling a small inflatable behind a hunter. Any problems with this. In the long run I want to put in two batteries and a Nissan or Tohatsu 9.9 4 cycle OB for an Aux. I hear they come with a regulater and all the stuff you need to charge the batteries along with electric start. I have to motor out at least four miles through a narrow challel before I get to a sailing area so I should be able to keep the batteries charged. Can anyone give me any advice on this plan.I also would like to install a shore power connection. Can someone guide me to to some info on this. I would sure appreciat it. To review this mess:1. Can you use a short shaft on a H260?2. Can you pull an Inflatable with a H260?3. What are the problems installing and cost doing all this?4. What problems installing two batteries and elect start along with regulater and charger using a 9.9 Outboard.Thanks for any help. This forum has been just great and all advice so good and I love it.Tip

 

[George H260]

H260 Shaft Length

Check Archives for these common topics. I've towed an inflatable with no problem with my H260 but I can get in so close to shore that I don't usually need a dingy. A short shaft will work in calm conditions but longer is better for all around use.I installed an additional battery and shorepower last year and it's worked great. This mod ain't cheap but it's worth it. My Evinrude 9.9 charges the battery no problem. Check here for more information. http://webpages.charter.net/gkobernus/H260_web/index.html