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Originally Posted by FLexpat
Since this model does not have a liner or all the heavy cabinetry and other weight - like seating - scattered (mostly forward) around the boat it will over-indicate how much weight is needed. That said, the primitive model took 400lbs in the anchor locker to get the CG to 7.9' fwd of the heel. Based on that I'm guessing 250-300 lbs in the anchor locker - more if the weight comes aft. Sounds to me like the best option is to convert to a '25 Savage' with the motor under a CC and a jackshaft to a drive - I think that is pretty much what BigFluke did (I'm assuming the 7.9' is without the sponsons he added). An easier alternative might be to have 100' of heavy chain anchor rode and a fresh water tank low and forward. The problem with putting weight in the anchor locker is that the CG gets moved higher so it does not damp out rolls as well.
Bilgerat - PM me your bracket weight/dimensions, motor weights and ballast location so I can stuff that in if you want it for another comparison.
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2 merc 150s weigh 404 each, Im guessing the brackets weigh somewhere around 200 to 250 lbs and they have a 30" set back, she also has a 1/4" aluminum plate that is screwed to the transom for support , its 3' tall and 7' wide, it prob adds some weight