Time for a new tramsom and bracket. The old Suzuki 225 is for sale. $2,500 gets it ALL. Going back with a Yamaha 250 4s 30" shaft. Pushes the 23 Sceptre at 38 mph @ 4950 rpms.
1998 225hp 25" shaft with 500 hours
2 ea. ss props (141/2 X 20)
side mount controls with cables
Tach, hour meter, oil guage with alarm
Shop manual
I am in Central South Carolina. I have a lift to put it in your truck.
The trim tabs are for sale too. Want fit under new bracket.