I like the idea of the notched transom with a 30 inch df 300. The balance would be preserved and motor would be low enough to make it to the right depth. I have the same set up on my Tsunami with a df 250 on a small adjustable 10" bracket that would works well too. A big single just off the back wouldn't be any more than the pair of cast iron engine and drives that were in it.
I checked ebay and there are no 300s right now but I have seen some great deals on there with reasonably low hours and controls included for around $13k or less. The df 300 has forged everything and is a rock solid motor you can run on the cheapest pump gas with no issue. I also agree you could do it with the 250 as well and save $3k but for the price difference and fly by wire I would go big if you could squeeze it in your budget.
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