bracket questions

tshughes · #1 10-30-2003, 11:35 PM

Thinking of adding a bracket to my 1999 23. any recs on type of bracket? Will I need to close in the transom? Any drawbacks? Not sure if I am going for twins or single yet.

ScottM · #2 10-31-2003, 10:07 AM

tdog,
Welcome to the board! The bracket topic is one of the most popular on this site (probably in the top 5), so you may want to do a search and you'll find tons of info. I don't have one on my 23 Sceptre, but from what I've learned, any bracket with added floatation is a must. Closing in the transom totally is an individual preference depending on if you want/need additional storage or baitwells. Some of the guys have done it, others have left an opening. From what I hear, the Seamark bracket is the way to go. IMO the only drawback is the added distance the engine(s) are set back, which can make fighting a fish a little more challenging.

tshughes · #3 10-31-2003, 02:18 PM

Thanks for the reply. I would actually like to keep the transom open. My concern has been with anchoring offshore and wether I would take any waves. I do have a spashwell door.From what i have read on this forum, it seems that a 30" setback is recommended. My boat is a 1999 and the transom is fine but I wonder about long term stress as well. Has anybody had longterm experience with Hermco/Seamark's bracket?

Tdog

PS: what is the "four boat rule?"

ScottM · #4 10-31-2003, 03:39 PM

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Originally posted by tdog:
PS: what is the "four boat rule?"

<font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">That would be the "Four Boat Theory", started by Otto Cuyler. You see, Otto has a tremendous weakness for boats, SeaCrafts in particular. He's got a 23' CC under restoration, a 20' Seafari on deck for a resto, a 32' Carver (for sale) and a brand new 16' Whaler. Perhaps Otto could fill you in on the rest...

ocuyler · #5 10-31-2003, 04:56 PM

Scott,

I believe the record would give credit to Finster for coining the infamous "4 boat theory". I, however, have the distinction of being the first to realize it.

I offically DO NOT support the 4 boat theory, I'm just kind of stuck there.

Finster · #6 10-31-2003, 07:28 PM

Ahhh, you like the 4 boat theory Otto [img]images/icons/grin.gif[/img] . It's your better half thet doesn't. [img]images/icons/tongue.gif[/img]

Embrace the 4 boat theory and it will embrace you. [img]images/icons/rolleyes.gif[/img]

Never mind.

[ October 31, 2003, 06:32 PM: Message edited by: Finster ]