I agree about weight when it comes to 35-60 lb. hydraulic jackplates, but the fixed plates are light, 11-12 lbs. Maybe having a pair of 40lb batteries under the console would help offset the weight and setback.
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That said a 20" transom isn't ideal.
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Thank goodness that in the scheme of things you are broke, powerlesss and inconsequential, because with the shortsighted alternatives and idealogy you have you'd be much worse than those you complain about.
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