How do I know if my outboard is short or long shaft?
How do I know if my outboard is short or long shaft?
Measure from the top of your transom to the bottom of your keel. If it is from 15" to 17" long you'll need to get a Tohatsu outboard with a "short" shaft. If it is from 20" to 22" long you'll need our "long" shaft outboard.
How do I know if I have a long or short shaft?
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Is a 20 inch transom a long shaft?
Most will call a 15" standard, the 20" long shaft and 25" extra-long but boaters do not always agree on those names. Use figures and measure your shaft please, no confusion is possible with figures. Standard shaft lengths are 15, 20 and 25" (38, 50 and 63 cm).
Does shaft length matter on outboard motor?
Since the length of the shaft of your outboard is associated with the size boat, smaller engines will generally have shorter shafts. Small portable outboards ranging from 2 to 20 horsepower are usually sold only in short or long shaft versions. High powered boats usually only come in long and extra-long variants.May 9, 2021
What happens if you put a long shaft motor on a short shaft boat?
RE:Long shaft, short transom Aside from losing several inches in draft, using a long shaft motor where a short shaft should be fitted will most noticeably effect your top end speed. You may also notice steering problems and will have a reduction in fuel economy.Mar 20, 2009
Is my motor long or short shaft?
To do so, you will want to measure at the exact center of the transom from the very top to the very bottom. If it measures 15" or with in a inch of that you will need a short shaft outboard. If it measures anywhere from 17" to around 22", then your going to want to go with a long shaft motor.Feb 22, 2018
What is the difference between a short shaft and long shaft outboard?
If your boat has a Transom Height 15"-16" you will need short shaft and if it is 20"-21" you will require long shaft engine. ... Auxiliary engines for yachts usually require a long shaft engine so as to make sure the propeller remains well submerged when the boat is in a seaway.
Can you put a 20 inch outboard on a 15 inch transom?
Mount the jackplate to your 15 inch transom, Then mount a laminated plywood riser and clamp block to the jack plate. Hang the outboard on the riser block. Yes, the plywood would be strong enough.Sep 29, 2009