Do I need to raise the transom ?

[Thepistonhead]

I almost pulled the trigger last week on a 25" Zuke 140. I have the same scenario.....good transom but redone in stock height. Bobs and CMC both make brackets to lift the motor 5" for about $130-$160. After a bunch of research this is a totally viable option on a fresh/strong transom. Some will turn there nose up at it but it is perfectly fine. No need in spending money on a jack plate.