Tohatsu 6 HP SailPro outboard suitable for Pocketship?
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 5:06 pm
On various posts there have been several options discussed for outboards on Pocketship. The most common choice appears to be a 3.5-4 Hp Tohatsu long shaft or similar mounted on an outboard bracket or transom cutout to get the prop deep enough in the water. The Tohatsu 6HP SailPro has extra long 25" shaft so I was wondering if there were any thoughts on whether it could be mounted directly on the transom without the need of a motor bracket? The 6HP is only 2 lbs heavier than the 4HP plus come standard with alternator output to charge a battery etc. The price of a 4HP plus a motor bracket versus a 6HP would be very similar. My non-expert opinion is also that since the 6HP could be mounted directly to the transom (if the 25 inch shaft is long enough) that you would not have to remove it for trailing as recommended for the outboards installed on a motor bracket.
Any input on this would be greatly appreciated. Hey, with the 6HP high output prop maybe I could take people waterskiing
Any input on this would be greatly appreciated. Hey, with the 6HP high output prop maybe I could take people waterskiing