Manual Jack Plates for 40-255 Horsepower Engines
There's nothing better than the feeling of racing through the water as the captain of your own boat, except that same feeling with the knowledge that your engine is performing exactly how it should be. Our high-power outboard manual jack plates help make sure your boat is a top performer on the water. A 40-255 hp outboard motor lift can make all the difference when it comes to speed, precision and efficiency. Manually set your jack plate by fastening it with screws, and adjust until you find the perfect motor height. Once you've found the height at which your engine performs its best, it's time to hit the open water knowing that you're capable of achieving your max speed.
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FAQs About Manual Jack Plates for 40-255 Horsepower Engines
What Are the Features of a Large Outboard Engine Jack Plate?,
A jack plate lets you adjust the position of your outboard engine. Setback moves the motor farther behind the boat, while the height adjustment lets you position the prop in the water. Adding height adjustment also makes it possible to use a long-shaft motor on a short-shaft transom.,
What Is the Best Size Jack Plate for a Motor With 40-225 Horsepower?,
There are two main considerations: height and setback.,
The closer the prop is to the surface of the water, the more it will slip. This can keep the prop from blowing out, so you can hook up and plane faster. Large props need more lift than small ones, so they work better with long plates.,
Setback helps with bow lift. If your boat has little or no natural bow lift, you can compensate by using a mount with a longer setback.,