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If you can see the transom flexing 1/8" that is some considerable deflection. Visualize those engines lifting that boat out of the whole again and again, I'd suspect that the deflection will get worse. Eventually, the transom will likely crack all the way though and water will seep in. Slowly...

Thanks, I hate welding unintentionally

Definitely a good idea to connect with propgods.com. To me it sounds like you are way over pitched which isn't good.

Yes, give it some good bounces, watch and listen. Just because you have cracked gel coat doesn't necessarily mean your layup is delaminating from the core. However, if water gets in there and freezes/thaws things will get ugly. You can also pop an engine bolt out and see if the core is moist.

So, what happens if a 200 lb guy stands on the cav plate of the motor an bounces his weight up & down? If you have a transom problem, you'll likely see/hear it when bouncing. Those 4 Strokes are a little heaver than the 2 strokes of the 90's. They may be stressing (even over the road) some...

Indeed, that is a good idea.... why don't I do that, I must ponder a bit. There are advantages to quick easy removal without a metal/conductive wrench..... I've had to pass batteries boat to boat in 3-4's to assist those who didn't pay attention a couple times LOL....

I've been using turtle wax for years. Works great.

Pull starting...just use a long rope and walk forward LOL.. I've had a single outboard boat and fished offshore since the 90's. 2 good DP group 24's have always been fine for me. I've had the best luck with premium die hard or premium napa marine. I always change both at once so they are...

Classic Mako has some photo records of a whole bunch of tank changes. They are a great resource when planning a project.

I would try the 15.75 by the 15P. I made that change from the old 17P on my F-stroke and it's great. Bigger diameter = more lift and lower pitch = more torque. These props were NOT available when your/my motor was made. But now you will see the performance tests for the 232 single use them. I...

What sort of parts are we talking about?

I tried that crap once. You'll be back.

I'm removing my freshwater shower and placing 1 more swivel rod-holder in that spot on my Gulfstream. I'll figure out another spot for the shower.

How do you like it vs. the Gulfstream ?

Check compression..... Then You should be able to determine whether its an overheat or an oil by you gauges... no ? There is a poppet valve that allows water flow into the system at the back/lower section of the power head. That little ball valve can get dirty, corroded etc. and obstruct...

At least if you got into a bind, you could pull start your motor(s). Not possible with the new four strokes. They need amperage to operate the ECU. I pulled started an OX66 waaaaay offshore once, LOL

I'd suspect Timkin, SKF or NHBB would have a better more reliable product than those private label brands supplied by Chinese auto parts mfg's.

I'm not following ... Transoms can be replaced, stringers repaired..the rest of the outer hull is solid glass, no? :hmm

So, is this a transom issue, screws, bolts not properly sealed/bedded?

Topping off = pumping bearing buddy so that cap rises to the top, also blowing a little grease ( + water) out of the back hole.