New transom and bracket 23cc

[seabass08]

Hi guys,

This past spring I bought a 1981 23' cc with a 275 verado on a small bracket. I new when I purchased the boat I woulded a new transom and bracket and a few other things. The bracket is too small for the engine so it sits too low in the stern. When the boat is on plane it rides great but i spend most of my time using full tab. Despite this it still gets between 2.8 and 3.2 mpg at a 20-24kt cruise.

I have been talking to Bill Sartini of Ros boats in Tiverton RI about doing the transom and building a custom fiberglass bracket. While I could probably do the job myself I definately dont have the time. I have read mostly good reviews of him and his work but but one who was not too happy. His bracket design is different in that he extends the running surface of the hull instead of raising the bracket up a few inches from the bottom of the transom the way everyone else does. Does anyone here have any experience or opinions on Bill or this type of bracket design and how it will effect the ride of the boat?

Any feedback is appreciated! I will post a couple pictures of my boat and some of the boats he has done. He did say that he doesnt think he has done a bracket for a 23 seacraft yet but Did one for a 21 several years back.

Thanks - sb