[bigeasy1]

Thanks Strick
I know you're right about it being better on the second step in.That's where i really would like to have it.I was also worried about it sucking air on the turns.

Well i guess I'll have to bite the bullet and put it on the second step.I think i can move the last rollers a few inches foward without affecting anything.
I,ll just have to bend my arm into an s shape to close the sea cock.

The kicker was a steal,leftover new 2007 high thrust with power tilt and new never used.The dealer had it on the show room floor for a year,and gave it to me for $1,200 bucks.I couldn't pass that up.

The white on the transom is Interlux epoxy prime coat.I still have to glass the rear cap back on.
Everything on the transom will be removed(except tabs)when i paint the entire boat it's original red color.

I'm almost at that point,hope to have it all done by the end of summer,and ready for the Great Lakes next sring.

And thanks for all your posts documenting all your incredible work.I am amazed by your craftmanship It has been a huge help to me in this almost two year restoration.

Thanks much