On Mon, 29 Oct 07 jaykchan wrote:
If you are interested, you can view my web page that has the pictures
of the boat in it:
http://www.geocities.com/jaykchan/Se...a_18ft_CC.html

I dunno Jay. If the "boxy structures" are the sections above the
hull/deck joint (the part marked as 6" high), I'd leave them alone
until you have a builder/designer take a look first and give an
opinion. Otherwise, I'd go back to the motor bracket idea. Your
transom should be more than strong enough to handle 8hp & 116 lbs, on
a bracket that sticks out 12". That stress would be miniscule
compared to the stress of a 115hp when you shower down on it. I can
see your tilt problem though, when the bracket is lifted. It can be
done though it might take shims. You're right in doing a lot of
measuring.
Granted it's your boat and your call, but that'd be my opinion.

Rick