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Yes, the motor is physically mounted 'all the way up', but probably not in the technical sense, as I do not believe the top holes are in the proper location. In reality I believe the math works out that the holes are 3/8" lower than the standard amount. 1-7/8" vs 2-1/4". This puts me 3/8" above the 3-holes up position.

I won't be at the boat until later this week, but I believe the answer to the lower bolt distance will be in the "other category." ;) As noted they are also not in the 'proper' location and they mean the engine cannot be easily lowered. I'm actually not sure how much lower they could possibly be drilled based on the shape of the engine sump, Perhaps I can drill them 3/4" lower than they are now, but that will put them quite close, if not into, the engine sump bottom curve. I guess that the only option to go lower would be to drill the holes up at an angle?

Looks like there is some epoxy filling work ahead. Sigh.