Starting the motor for the first time

New trailer and starting the motor for the first time

[@brontemaybury7620]

Good buy with the 2nd boat & trailer was very impressed with the motor starting after 20 years 👍 cannot wait to see the end result, cheers 🍻

[@goldcountryruss7035]

20" Long shaft motor on a short (15") transom doesn't work very well. You will have disappointing performance and a really wet ride. That motor can be modified to short shaft, or extend the transom up 5", or install an aluminum jack plate made specifically for that job. I just converted a newer 28HP version of that engine to short shaft for use on vintage 12'6" fiberglass boat. Fully sorted out that boat/motor combination should be capable of 35MPH & have excellent fuel economy when cruising.

[@openbarcampingadventure8889]

Thanks for the advice. Cheers