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May 05, 2021, 02:16:46 PM
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gata119

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Aquasport 240 Jackplate
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I'm not sure if I should post this in the rebuild section or not, but I am having my 240 rebuilt and having them add a full transom.  I will need some type of bracket, but want to keep the setback as close to the transom as possible.  I like the idea of a porta bracket, but a jackplate is cheaper and I feel it has enough lift for what I do.  Question is, how do I determine what offset I will need and if it will be enough to get the prop out of the water while on the water?  Bob's sells a 14" setback and I am curious if that will be enough.  Thanks for any insight.

1971 Aquasport 240

May 06, 2021, 05:09:06 AM
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RickK

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Re: Aquasport 240 Jackplate
« Reply #1 on: May 06, 2021, 05:09:06 AM »
The problem with a full transom is that you can't tilt the motor up unless you have enough setback for the cowling to clear the transom. A jackplate (I have one on my 170 but my transom is notched) only lifts and lowers the motor. I would measure from the tilt point on the motor to the top of the cowling. As you can imagine, it's not 14".
Rick
1971 "170" with 115 Johnson (It's usable but not 100% finished)

1992 230 Explorer with 250 Yamaha

May 06, 2021, 06:15:00 PM
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gata119

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Re: Aquasport 240 Jackplate
« Reply #2 on: May 06, 2021, 06:15:00 PM »
14" seems like it wouldn't be enough, but I was hoping for spending less money.  I may just need to bite the bullet and spend the money on a porta bracket.  Which leads me to the next question.  Is their 17" setback bracket enough.  I assume because it has more lift, the 17" will work because I can raise the motor higher than a jackplate and then tilt.

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May 07, 2021, 05:23:08 AM
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RickK

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Re: Aquasport 240 Jackplate
« Reply #3 on: May 07, 2021, 05:23:08 AM »
I don't know. You could also go with a floatation bracket like an Armstrong?
Rick
1971 "170" with 115 Johnson (It's usable but not 100% finished)

1992 230 Explorer with 250 Yamaha

May 07, 2021, 08:56:52 AM
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Re: Aquasport 240 Jackplate
« Reply #4 on: May 07, 2021, 08:56:52 AM »
I wondered this same thing when I redid my 22 and found that there's a lot more geometry at play then just how far back you are. I ended up finding a used 21" porta bracket that I am happy with, but a few things of note. I can still touch the cowling on the transom if I tilt it all the way up and then lower the bracket down (not that I would ever need to). There is also a difference if you have a 20" shaft motor since it will be mounted lower on the transom. A 25" motor on a 14" jackplate may be fine if it's jacked up before tilting but I can't confirm. I do know that Hanson sells their hulls with a 14" plate and they are similar so it may work.

May 07, 2021, 04:19:23 PM
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Re: Aquasport 240 Jackplate
« Reply #5 on: May 07, 2021, 04:19:23 PM »
Well in that case if your looking to keep cost down maybe you could find a used hydraulic jack plate with a 6 inch setback and find another manual/stationary jack plate or make one with about a 8/10inch setback. I think that’s how they are setup anyways. Finding the used hydraulic one might be a challenge worth trying?

May 10, 2021, 08:59:51 PM
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Re: Aquasport 240 Jackplate
« Reply #6 on: May 10, 2021, 08:59:51 PM »
Really nice boat you got there!!  Wish I had the original CC 240.

Just my opinion but I think you will be happier with a porta bracket. Not what you are asking but if initial cost is your biggest concern, scan the market and there is commonly a used one for sale. I know of one on the market right now. Jack-plate is better suited for a notched transom or short transom that’s open out back like a flats or bass boat. I have a 240 that I am rebuilding amongst others and she is getting the porta bracket so I may be biased. Another factor to consider is if for some act of God forced you to sell it, you’ll have a much larger interest with it being redone with a porta bracket considering you are on the west coast of Florida where they are most commonly used because of tarpon fishing.

Jack plate CAN be done though. 😉
1974' 240 CC - https://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=15975.0
1970’ Flatback 222 - https://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=15666.0
1981’ Osprey 22-2 - https://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=15249.0
1971’ Flatback 222 - SOLD
1972' 240 Seahunter - SOLD

May 11, 2021, 03:09:30 PM
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Re: Aquasport 240 Jackplate
« Reply #7 on: May 11, 2021, 03:09:30 PM »
Thanks for the replies!  I keep telling myself that since I'm rebuilding it all I might as well do it right.  The problem is, if I keep telling my self that for each part of the rebuild, I will price myself right out of being able to do this.  I guess I am leaning towards the Porta, just to be safe.  Maybe I'll find another area to cut some cost.  But, probably not!     

1971 Aquasport 240

May 16, 2021, 09:17:55 AM
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Re: Aquasport 240 Jackplate
« Reply #8 on: May 16, 2021, 09:17:55 AM »
Either way you choose to go, let’s see some photos!!  :13:

There is a lack of 240s on this forum and selfishly I would love to see more of them.

-Ulysses
1974' 240 CC - https://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=15975.0
1970’ Flatback 222 - https://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=15666.0
1981’ Osprey 22-2 - https://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=15249.0
1971’ Flatback 222 - SOLD
1972' 240 Seahunter - SOLD

May 16, 2021, 04:47:57 PM
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Re: Aquasport 240 Jackplate
« Reply #9 on: May 16, 2021, 04:47:57 PM »
Take a look at the before and after of mshuggs 200 CCP rebuild. I think that using an Armstrong bracket in your situation would be the best option because you gain a swim platform of sorts. Check out his before and after thread - https://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=15292.msg149521#msg149521
Hopefully mshugg can offer his experience with the bracket so far.
Rick
1971 "170" with 115 Johnson (It's usable but not 100% finished)

1992 230 Explorer with 250 Yamaha

 

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