That is very common, I would make up a shaft assy. from a automotive drive
shaft out of a bone yard, but that would not be my first choice. My first
choice would be a Z drive. That would position the engine and prop in the
right place and maintain the clean transom that all barrelbacks should have.
Steve
"Bruce Taber" wrote in message
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I am building a 18" barrelback runabout. Instaed of the standard
straight-shaft inboard drive, I am considering a modified I/O setup.
I would purchase a used Mercuiser 3.0L I/O. The engine would be
installed in the center of the boat as is normal for this type of boat
and is required for proper balance. The outdrive would be installed
on the transom. The driveshaft of the motor would be attached to the
outdrive with an extended drive shaft (torque tube), about 4' long.
Has anyone ever seen this done? Any comments or suggestions are
appreciated.