2200v transom issue

[Offroadpete]

Hi all, I have a 2001 2200v with a 250vmax + bob's jackplate on it. when im in rough water theres some flex on the transom, im gonna say 1/2inch-1inch of deflection (thats the transom, the top of the cowling deflects maybe 3-5 inches) and this is in rough water. in smooth water its barely noticeable.   Is this considered normal on the pathfinders? I cant find a single article of someone having to redo a transom on these boats.

[smooth move]

i have some flex in my 02-2200v also with a f200 4 cyl. i had the same with my old 200 hpdi. 16 yrs and still goin. mine is only rated for a 225.

[cadd]

Doesn't sound good, max hp is 225

[Moderator]

No,  Have not seen a transom redo..

Your motor is too big and it is slung back on the jackplate like a lever.  The hull was not designed for that.  You probably ought to remove both, and drop down in HP.

M-M

[fin-addict]

1 hour ago, Moderator said:

No,  Have not seen a transom redo..

Your motor is too big and it is slung back on the jackplate like a lever.  The hull was not designed for that.  You probably ought to remove both, and drop down in HP.

M-M

x2, not made for that wt.

[Lap it Up]

On 8/23/2018 at 3:16 PM, cadd said:

Doesn't sound good, max hp is 225

3.3L 200, 225 and 250 vmax HPDI's are all the same size and nearly the same weight.  The engine is NOT too big. 

 

OP,  How much set back is your Bobs plate?