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Cam, just thinking about it, I did adjust the configuration of the motors. Adjusted 1/4 inch out or maybe in I can't remember. That made all the difference in the world. I received that advice by a prop guy in Fl who recommended that solution as I was looking to replace props.

Cam, as for the cavitation and props, I did not change a thing. I did add a trim/tilt indicator and learned to drive the boat. Totally quit using the tabs except to maybe level the boat when I have too many people on board. Maybe your suggestion or someone's on this site. Rocket, I have blead and bl...

Not sure of the set back. Thirty inches sounds right. The pictures show the foots in the water. They come completely out of the water. With about two inches to spare. Operator error on my part. Read the manual and figured out how to make them retract further. Plenty of clearance with the transom. Th...

Couple of pics at the dock

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I repowered my 1962 moppie in 2019 with twin Susuki 200's and a stainless marine bracket. I am over the moon satisfied. I replaced the volvo 135 engines after numerous problems, mishaps, and lots of money. Finally said "uncle" and had them removed. Glassed in the back and put the bracket on. The res...

Added 500lbs of shot bags midships. Made a huge difference. I think I have solved my cavitation problems. These b25's need weight!

Edisto Island, SC After initial splash, went back and lowered motors to lowest holes. Alleviated alot of cavitation. Not much more I can do other than tweaking props and trim tabs without major overhaul ie taking bracket off. We put bracket on iaw stainless marine instructions. I'll let you know how...

Cam, spoke to prop guy yesterday. He is suggesting cupping the props as a first trial solution. Engines are Suzuki DF 200's. Shaft 25 inches. Prop, unsure of size but researched them with Suzuki and went with their recommendation. Stainless Steel Suzuki props. I concur with the thought of tabs pushi...

Cam, glad you piped in. Cavitation is just a constant blow by when not using tabs. Interesting, more so with the starboard engine. In a turn to starboard it bites and no cavitation. I have been looking at 4 blades. All that I have researched, seems like this will solve the problem. Don't get me wron...

Hot Spot, in response. Hull #232 June 1962. As for handling before and after, I could go on and on. Primarily, no comparison in handling with outdrives vs outboards. Outdrives were smooth and bit as for handling. Where as outboards are skiddish to say the least. I am having cavitation problems and s...

Last year, bit the bullet and put bracket with twin Suzuki 200's. Turn the key and they run!

Yes, you are correct B25. Thought that was obvious, but pictures are skewed. These pics are of the first redo about eight years ago. Boat has been in the family since 1970. I will add pics of the new recent repower. Never could get the 3.0's to run consistantly. and spent more money than I care to d...

Been a long time in the making, but finally able to enjoy the fruits of my labor
Moppie 1962 The Irene

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