Re: Raising transom to 25\"
Dan - my 2 cents
A full replacement 25" transom will not cost that much more than a proper strong patch job, which will not crack at the joint (they almost always do). To make the 5" extension strong/stiff enough to be structurally integral (equivalent to a complete new transom) with the original transom requires adding several whole layers of fiber grass over the complete modified transom inside and out. Adds more weight than a complete new transom
A complete, new, well-done 25" transom adds a lot of value to a SC, I don’t think extending a 30-year-old transom makes a lot of financial sense.
The 140 Suzuki 4S is a great engine for that boat, good usable speed with good economy - I don’t see any advantage in getting the 115 hp. A new engine in the 130 - 150 hp range is considered sweet for this boat and adds a lot of value. Many consider 115 hp a little underpowered.
My SC 20 has a 150 Merc EFI that suits me.
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