To bracket or not to bracket?

[sanzo]

Mark, I have a 1971 Seacraft c/c which is a heavy boat. I had a 1998 250 Merc. bolted to my transom. I recently put a Stainless Marine wide bracket on the back with a 2005 honda 225 four stroke. The boat tops out at 44 knots on my gps and burns so little fuel I've thought my gauge was broken. Put a bracket on the back, the boat will be better on fuel, you will have more room, and it will run out faster. I'm in Fort Lauderdale, I'd be more than happy to take you out for a demonstration. Good luck, Sanzo