Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Small Kicker Long or Short Shaft?

Posted by Race on 07/16/10 - 8:36 AM
#1
I'd like to put a small kicker motor on my 15 ft SS and need to know if it would make a difference if I get a long or short shaft motor? I'm currently looking at a 4hp Johnson LS.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

Race

Posted by HarleyFXDL on 07/16/10 - 8:46 AM
#2
Long shaft is preferred. The prop from a short shaft might come out of the water if you were to find yourself in a rough water condition. I used a short shaft on my 18' outrage without any problems. Mind you, the water was flat. Please share any findings with the site.

Posted by beenfishin on 07/16/10 - 10:31 AM
#3
I have a long shaft 9.9hp on my Montauk, works perfect. I've been in situations where a short shaft would certainly have popped out of the water.