Ok guys need your opinions.
I am tired of replacing my wooden transom. The kids agreed to get me an all aluminum one for xmas. I found a couple nearby but none of them have the dropdown in the end that my current one does that lowers the motor. I think the only reason for this dropdown is for the steering linkage to clear the rub rail. The pics below will help it make sense.
The length of the current transom is 6 ft. I found one the same length but straight across at the rear, my thought is to move it back 12 inches. That way my linkage will clear the rub rail. What do you think about the height of my motor as it sits now and when it will be 5 inches higher with the new transom. I will try and post titled pics so it all makes more sense.
Transom replacement
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curtiscapk
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Transom replacement
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- new one is on the left
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- new one is on the left
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- under shot may need to add a crossbeam to allow for 12 inch set back
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- transom cutout for linkage clearance. When transom sags rubs or binds on the edge
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- shows 5 inch drop down
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- current height
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Craig and Paula
"THE FLOATER" rebuild Spring 2013
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94 Party Barge 24' 115 merc
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22mph gps 3 people
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Overland Park Ks
Hillsdale Lake, KS
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94 Party Barge 24' 115 merc
Turning Point hustler 14 x 13 prop
22mph gps 3 people
12 F150
Overland Park Ks
Hillsdale Lake, KS
Re: Transom replacement
Get the one that fits your needs and mount it out the back as far as needed. You'll be fine. A shot under way would be the best tool to use for height, but I'm guessing you are WAY low right now. Most 2 log toons have the exact opposite problem...they need to move the motor UP not down. I bet you'll find that getting the motor back and up will improve the performance noticeably.
While you're at it get some under skin on there
While you're at it get some under skin on there
Just one boat...after another, after another 
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curtiscapk
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Re: Transom replacement
Thanks Ty I was hoping for your input! BTW I fixed the new transom pics, I will be getting the monster one on the left not the right. Should allow for more boltable areas while still moving it aft. I am hoping for some more performance! and yes I know I need to underskin! I can fell the beat down going on under there everytime underway! 
Craig and Paula
"THE FLOATER" rebuild Spring 2013
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=15328
94 Party Barge 24' 115 merc
Turning Point hustler 14 x 13 prop
22mph gps 3 people
12 F150
Overland Park Ks
Hillsdale Lake, KS
"THE FLOATER" rebuild Spring 2013
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=15328
94 Party Barge 24' 115 merc
Turning Point hustler 14 x 13 prop
22mph gps 3 people
12 F150
Overland Park Ks
Hillsdale Lake, KS
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curtiscapk
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Re: Transom replacement
Hey Ty do you still have that merc lifting ring?
Craig and Paula
"THE FLOATER" rebuild Spring 2013
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=15328
94 Party Barge 24' 115 merc
Turning Point hustler 14 x 13 prop
22mph gps 3 people
12 F150
Overland Park Ks
Hillsdale Lake, KS
"THE FLOATER" rebuild Spring 2013
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=15328
94 Party Barge 24' 115 merc
Turning Point hustler 14 x 13 prop
22mph gps 3 people
12 F150
Overland Park Ks
Hillsdale Lake, KS
Re: Transom replacement
I never got one...I used 3 grade 8 bolts and some chain.
Check with Ferg I think he had one...I have his number if you need it.
Check with Ferg I think he had one...I have his number if you need it.
Just one boat...after another, after another
Re: Transom replacement
I might be missing something. Usually the toilet at 3am but, why would you move the transom back as far as you can? Is it weight so the logs sit level for entertainment while under power? The closer I can get the engine to the end of a logs will give me lift on the bow. Moving the transom farther from the boat/logs would also increase force on the cross members that are not supported by the transom's mass.