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Aquasport Mechanicals - things that need a wrench, screwdriver or multimeter => Engines & engine woes => Topic started by: pmatt on June 20, 2020, 02:38:07 PM

Title: jack plate on 222
Post by: pmatt on June 20, 2020, 02:38:07 PM

has anyone installed a hydraulic jack plate onto an Armstrong bracket? Bracket has a 200 hp Suzuki, 25" shaft.
Boat is 1974 222. Looking for performance input. I need to raise the motor up and thought it would be a good time to look into jackplate.
thanks

Title: Re: jack plate on 222
Post by: Ulysses485 on June 20, 2020, 11:46:54 PM

I was just thinking of this today for my future rebuild. Curious to hear as well.

Title: Re: jack plate on 222
Post by: BkFL222 on August 25, 2020, 05:05:53 PM

I'm trying to figure out the same thing. What would be the best length 20" or 25" motor? Would you go with a Porta Bracket or a swim platform?

Title: Re: jack plate on 222
Post by: mshugg on August 25, 2020, 05:27:14 PM

The advantage of a jack plate is it lets you fine tune the height of the motor, but too low on the motor, coming off plane or backing down = really bad. I’d go with the 25” shaft for a net plus for shallow running without the negative potential  of submerging exhaust ports or powerhead.