A portabracket also give you an 18" set back. The vertical lift of the portabracket allows you to get the engine above the keel without tilting. You may not have enough room to tilt the engine enough to clear the keel with a 10" jackplate on a closed transom.
I've heard, again just heard, that the porta adds additional stress to the transom. I personally am thinking about the porta for my boat.
Why do you say that Rick? I pretty much wear shorts all year round no matter the temp...
Quote from: "shortpants"I've heard, again just heard, that the porta adds additional stress to the transom. I personally am thinking about the porta for my boat.Its the leverage affect of hanging 450# 18" away. When mounted to the transom the weight is mostly vertical with brackets of any kind you add a wrenching pressure to the transom.MD