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  1. 07-04-2022, 07:23 AM #1
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    Default Duracraft transom modification...

    I have a Duracraft 1548 that has been sitting idle for a long time... I suspect the existing motor is going to be an issue to repair, but will try to get it done (1999ish Merc 25 short shaft).

    The boat has a "notched" transom (factory?) for a short shaft motor. IF I have to repower it, I'm looking at a Suzuki 30... and it only comes in long shaft.

    What would be the best option or source to get the transom re-configured for a long shaft motor? Lexington area...
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  2. 07-04-2022, 08:42 AM #2
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    Have a good guy, but in Murrells Inlet, if you can't find one local. Marine Service Center guys used to do this a lot for the long shaft electric 15hp motors for flounder fishing.
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    Hayes Aluminum in chapin redid a transom for me years ago. Not sure if they’re still around but they did a good job as far as I could tell
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    Could you add a transom jack plate instead of reconfiguring the transom?
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    Quote Originally Posted by theoldblackdog View Post
    Hayes Aluminum in chapin redid a transom for me years ago. Not sure if they’re still around but they did a good job as far as I could tell
    Randy is good people and does great work.
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    https://www.amazon.com/T-H-Marine-MJ...ustomerReviews

    Would this work?
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    I’ve heard good things about S&S Fabrication on Nazareth Rd Lexington.


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    Hit up Palmetto Trooper. If he can't do it he'll have someone on your side of the lake that can.
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    Charlie Elliott in Rimini does excellent work
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