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"Wanted" Jackplate

justincase said:
Ok you guys got me convinced about putting a jp on the exciter, so im looking for one.
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for a 115?? sorry cant remember- and what prop are you running right now? this info will help and what do you do with the boat??? ski, tube, or is it a go fast look at me?? -ross-
 
are you looking for a "jack plate" or more "set back" ??? or maybe both....:cheers::drool:-ross-
 
justincase said:
Ok you guys got me convinced about putting a jp on the exciter, so im looking for one.
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As previously posted....

If I were you, I'd put a jackplate on it with somewhere near 10" or better setback. Even if it is a manually adjustable one. You could set it and forget it if nothing else. You'd be able to turn more prop and pickup at least 5 mph on the topside. (I did)

My best prop with a 150 Merc was a 23" Tempest @10" of setback @1-1/2" below the pad. A 23" Trophy plus would be a great "all around" prop choice for you, as well with the same setup.

Now, that said, again, Hydraulic is the WAY TO GO although they can get real pricey in a hurry. Units like the CMC hydrualic jackplate have an intregal pump assy which would be easier to install due to the all in one aspect. Bolt it on, wire it up and your done. Oh, a guage is a must at that point. A unit like a Bob's hydrualic jackplate utilize an external, inboard mounted pump which mean plumbing hose out to the plate. Not as easy of an install, but a better setup for more than one reason. They are less weight hanging on the transom and are faster than other all in one units. I think the Bob's plates have been rumored to be sturdier than a CMC although the CMC would be more than suffiecient for your application.

Now, us Po-Boyz like the simplicity and cost effective nature of a manual jackplate. They are NOT adjustable on the fly, but are very effective, both cost-wise and performance-wise. Here is the one I am currently running on my Exciter. I really would like to move up to a 12" or maybe even a 14". I think if I do though, I may be faced with some unwanted low speed porpoising. However, with the 9-1/2" I can trim in enough to tame it now.

https://www.boatstoreusa.com/productdetail.asp?urll=Vance_Jack_Plate_9-1/2&ProductID=1095
 
jallen355 said:
As previously posted....

If I were you, I'd put a jackplate on it with somewhere near 10" or better setback. Even if it is a manually adjustable one. You could set it and forget it if nothing else. You'd be able to turn more prop and pickup at least 5 mph on the topside. (I did)

My best prop with a 150 Merc was a 23" Tempest @10" of setback @1-1/2" below the pad. A 23" Trophy plus would be a great "all around" prop choice for you, as well with the same setup.

Now, that said, again, Hydraulic is the WAY TO GO although they can get real pricey in a hurry. Units like the CMC hydrualic jackplate have an intregal pump assy which would be easier to install due to the all in one aspect. Bolt it on, wire it up and your done. Oh, a guage is a must at that point. A unit like a Bob's hydrualic jackplate utilize an external, inboard mounted pump which mean plumbing hose out to the plate. Not as easy of an install, but a better setup for more than one reason. They are less weight hanging on the transom and are faster than other all in one units. I think the Bob's plates have been rumored to be sturdier than a CMC although the CMC would be more than suffiecient for your application.

Now, us Po-Boyz like the simplicity and cost effective nature of a manual jackplate. They are NOT adjustable on the fly, but are very effective, both cost-wise and performance-wise. Here is the one I am currently running on my Exciter. I really would like to move up to a 12" or maybe even a 14". I think if I do though, I may be faced with some unwanted low speed porpoising. However, with the 9-1/2" I can trim in enough to tame it now.

https://www.boatstoreusa.com/productdetail.asp?urll=Vance_Jack_Plate_9-1/2&ProductID=1095
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very-very nice and can't say more....... low speed porpoising was my worry- i do get that 12" of setback w/ my starflite unless lots of trim:bigthumb:
 
ross its a 150, and i was thinkingof manual and 6 inch set back like i said im kinda leaning that way. and there is already a psi gauge on my exciter. I looked on ebay and was looking at cmc tonight but still undecided, but all of your input is appreciated.:D
 
CMC

Justin, I'm currently running a Bob's Hydrolic plate but on both of my Mates I ran the CMC manual. In my opinion the CMC's were both well built, easy to adjust, and fairly priced.
 
If you are buying a new jack plate, go with the 10" CMC. It is only $5 or $10 more than the 6" and will benefit you more. If you have trouble finding a good price, pm me and I will hook you up. boatman
 
yes ive heard nothing but good things about boatman and i really appreciate all your help. i really dont want to go more than 6 or 8 inch setback for various reasons so please keap your eyes open for me. And mark thanks i checked out that link so i might join that forum to see whats up with that one.
 
On second look at it, it looks like a setback bracket only not a jackplate. They are not adjustable. Put up an ad WTB on that forum and you will find what you want. I have bought all my JP's and many props off BBC.
 
Reed said:
I have a 6 in CMC on my Trimate and I'm happy with it so far ~smiles~.
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~( I might have a extra CMC 6 in power jack plate I could part with .. I have to unpack some stuff to find it , I bought it used for 275 and haven't hooked it up to anything yet )~275 + shipping
 
Wow, Reed, that's a screaming deal on that plate. If for some crazy reason Justin doesn't take it, I'd be interested.

I found a CMC 6" for $200 locally. It needs new guide washers and the pump takes 43 seconds to run the full stroke (new is 23 seconds). I called CMC (cook) and they have rebuilt pump/piston units for $200 plus core. So for around $425 total, I could basically have a new unit.

Has anyone had experience with a slow CMC? I've heard it could even just be the wiring. I may also run it slow for a season if it's reliable, for $200 you can't go wrong as long as you dont get stuck up too high. My rig is dying for a little setback.
 
Slow CMC

The one I put on daren34's o/b diplomat was like that, slow....
I used 2 diesel glow plug relays and 4 gauge battery cable to eliminate wiring as an issue but it was still slow
 
Reed said:
I have a 6 in CMC on my Trimate and I'm happy with it so far ~smiles~.
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Mine is slow but when I installed it I added a 2nd ground to the electric motor and it ran a little faster -- didn't seam to work so hard
 
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