new transom or enclose w/bracket?

[Rainmaker]

When you install a bracket you can raise the motor significantly. The bracket design can be matched to your application. I would think you will be fine.

I added a bracket to my 23 because I had a new motor that I wanted to use and it was a 25" shaft while the transom was set for a 30". All is well and the boat rides great with the bracket and motor.