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. . . Raising the bracket slightly allows the water to break clean off the original planning surface (hull), but its there almost in an instant for displacement when you come off plane or a swell overtakes you.
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There is also a bit of a performance benefit to the bracket. Since the water want's to rise after it clears the transom, when you move the motor aft you can also raise it, at least one inch per foot of setback. Less lower unit in water = less drag, which translates to a little more top speed. I've seen reports that a bracket can be worth 2-3 mph.