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BigTerp's Tracker Sportsman 16' O/B Jet build
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<blockquote data-quote="BigTerp" data-source="post: 296938" data-attributes="member: 9169"><p>Got the chance to check out the jet last night. It seems to be in good overall shape. Needs new pistons, bearings etc. which was expected. Need to get into the lower unit and hope for no surprises. If the lower unit is in good shape, I'd say we got a steal for $300. My buddy is a mechanical engineer, so he'll be tackling this rebuild with my help (mostly just to keep the beer cold and ready). Forgot to get a few pictures, but I'll grab some as we tackle the rebuild.</p><p></p><p>Question......I'm going to have to raise this motor 5-6" on the transom to get the jet foot where it needs to be. Whats the best way to do this? I'm trying to decide between a manual (homemade) jack plate, or just raising the transom. I like the idea of being able to fine tune the motor height with a jack plate but am concerned about the stress it will put on my transom. Motor weighs roughly 200#, but I did just redo my transom, so I know it's solid.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="BigTerp, post: 296938, member: 9169"] Got the chance to check out the jet last night. It seems to be in good overall shape. Needs new pistons, bearings etc. which was expected. Need to get into the lower unit and hope for no surprises. If the lower unit is in good shape, I'd say we got a steal for $300. My buddy is a mechanical engineer, so he'll be tackling this rebuild with my help (mostly just to keep the beer cold and ready). Forgot to get a few pictures, but I'll grab some as we tackle the rebuild. Question......I'm going to have to raise this motor 5-6" on the transom to get the jet foot where it needs to be. Whats the best way to do this? I'm trying to decide between a manual (homemade) jack plate, or just raising the transom. I like the idea of being able to fine tune the motor height with a jack plate but am concerned about the stress it will put on my transom. Motor weighs roughly 200#, but I did just redo my transom, so I know it's solid. [/QUOTE]
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