Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Two holes in transom
Posted by patidoux on 04/20/09 - 1:28 PM
#1
I have a 1972 Eastport and it has two holes on the transom I have no idea what was there or should be there. I have pictures of the holes on my personal page. If any one could advise that would be great.
Posted by Finnegan on 04/20/09 - 1:52 PM
#3
Those holes are probably from the original transom mount, stand-off mechanical steering bracket.
In those days, only Mercury had mechanical steering that used the tilt tube (called Ride Guide system, which I think was patented, and required a Mercury helm unit as well), and BW rigged most boats using the stand-off bracket for use with either OMC, Bearcat or Mercury engines.
Posted by Tom W Clark on 04/20/09 - 3:25 PM
#4
Nice Eastport.
Larry is correct, they are the mounting holes for the old Teleflex steering cable clamp.
I would fill them properly and put it behind you.
Posted by patidoux on 04/20/09 - 3:39 PM
#5
Thanks, I am going to have them filled when the hull gets redone. Just was unsure if it was a factory thing or something from my father or one of two brothers that have owned the boat