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twin outbaord setup

Does anyone have any suggestions on how to convert a single to a twin outboard on a 224 Chapparal with a low transom. I want to keep the 150hp evenrude and add a 15hp. Should I move the larger engine to side and have both engines at equal distances. Or just keep the 15hp off to the side?

Thanks,

 jace2566
Jan 3
2006
It's a kicker so just offset it to the right unless you can't because of boarding ladders or other obstruction. If you can't, go left. Try and keep it at least 18" from any stern mounted transducer.

There are kicker brackets, control arms and throttle assemblies you can install to run the kicker from your normal operating position - just depends on how much money you want to spend. There are hydraulic brackets too - all kinds of options.

If the 150 Evinrude is a E-TEC, FICHT or oil injected (separate oiling system) and the kicker is a four stroke, you can just use the gas feed for the 150 to the kicker. If the kicker is a two stroke, you'll need a separate gas tank for the premix.

There are some other issues, but those should keep you busy for a while.

 Short
Jan 4
Run the kicker off to the side. Offset the big main motor and you may have a hell of a time trying to run straight. Calif
Jan 4
   
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