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Hi I'm a new Grady owner. I picked up an 83 overnighter from a family member who had to get rid of it & I just happened to have a 225 Merc dying to be screwed to a new hull - the two were married this spring. I have a few problems I am hoping some of you can help with.
First question - Is the transom rated for this motor? (225hp / 460lbs)
Second Question - I have heard the transoms can have problems. I have noticed there is some flex on the top protion of the transom. The fiberglass also has some cracking along the seam on the inside - If I run a plate along the entire top, inside portion of the transom will it be enough reinforcment? Any Ideas on how I can strengthen the transom? Is it worth fixing? The lower protion feels solid.
I also found that there may be some water in the lower sides of the transom - I removed a fishfinder and water came from the screw holes. Should this be a concern? The boat does not appear to take on water.
THANKS!
First question - Is the transom rated for this motor? (225hp / 460lbs)
Second Question - I have heard the transoms can have problems. I have noticed there is some flex on the top protion of the transom. The fiberglass also has some cracking along the seam on the inside - If I run a plate along the entire top, inside portion of the transom will it be enough reinforcment? Any Ideas on how I can strengthen the transom? Is it worth fixing? The lower protion feels solid.
I also found that there may be some water in the lower sides of the transom - I removed a fishfinder and water came from the screw holes. Should this be a concern? The boat does not appear to take on water.
THANKS!