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John,

Are you thinking of adding a bracket to your transom mounted o/b ? If so, why ?

Or, are you trying to just close the present transom opening to minimize seawater from coming in ?

By the way, how do you like the o/b on your 23 ? Does the motor provide enough power at all speeds ? I am palying w/ the idea of converting my i/o to o/b and would appreciate your input.