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I have a 78 18 SF undergoing a transomecktomy. Replacing plywood with a polyester composite and will raise the transom to 25". Am considering adding a flotation bracket primarily to spread the load. Has anyone done this?

Welcome keyscruz to CSC!

From what i've seen, transom brackets are much more common on 23's and larger than on the smaller SeaCrafts. I've seen a few 20's but frankly never on an 18. Some have the opinion that a bracket can negatively effect the ride of a smaller boat. Also, extending engine weight further off the transom might be a concern, especially with the lower gunnels of the smaller boats....Just my 2 humble cents, I'm sure other opinions are out there. Best of luck with the patient!

Where do you fish? I'm down out of Lower Matecumbe every now and then