Rob: Forgot to mention - 20" long shaft is the length you want. :: Dave Scobie :: M6'8" #650 :: SV SWALLOW - sv-swallow.com :: former owner M17 #375 SWEET PEA - m17-375.com :: former owner M15 #288 SCRED - www.freewebs.com/m15-named-scred/ On Wed, May 20, 2020, 8:37 AM Dave Scobie <scoobscobie@gmail.com> wrote:
Rob.
With your transom, Mk1 version, I recommend the Suzuki 4/6. Why: the cutout limits the width of the outboard and those with the throttle arm to the side are difficult to fit. The Suzuki 4/6 has a more center placed throttle arm.
Your unmodified transom is superior to the Mk2 boats and those Mk1s with an owner added bracket. Why: better for weight to be close to the transom v. hanging 1' further aft. Boat sails better!
See attached great photo of Larry Yake's M17 with Suzuki on the transom.
:: Dave Scobie :: M6'8" #650 :: SV SWALLOW - sv-swallow.com :: former owner M17 #375 SWEET PEA - m17-375.com :: former owner M15 #288 SCRED - www.freewebs.com/m15-named-scred/
On Wed, May 20, 2020, 8:22 AM Rob Bultman <rob.bultman@gmail.com> wrote:
Thanks or the replies so far. I'm frankly on the fence regarding gas vs propane. I'm leaning towards the Mercury 5 HP sail power model, 20" long shaft, mostly because it has reverse on the handle. Is the 20" adequate or is the extra long shaft better?
Dave - I have a 1977 M17 with the cutout. I've attach two photos that I happen to have that show the transom of my actual boat. What is the concern here?
Thanks, Rob