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Originally Posted by Capt Terry

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You may be interested in examining my post "estimating cg shift with heavy engines" dated 9-24-16 and the subsequent remarks. My post links to an example calculation which can help you estimate the effect of Outboard on a bracket versus the I/O, Note there are other effects to consider: space opened up for other uses, minimum planing speed, better ride in the rough stuff with the pig iron in the boat. The inherent forward weight in a Sceptre versus a center console provides some compensation for aft mounted weight. Searching the CSC site provides a ton of answers and of course opinions. Search posts from Bigshrimpin, Bushwacker, Marshtacky, NoBones, DonV, FlyingFrizzle, Flexpat, and Kmoose to name a few. There are other knowledgable folks as well.

I will for sure be doing some searching and reading. i will check out the posts you have recommended.