Ive run hyd jackplates on many of my boats. Mostly due to low water but the benefits in top end speed and holeshot are plentiful. Always a question when it comes to these devices, is transom warranty. Some boat manufacturers will void a warranty when a jackplate is used. Does anyone know if Bennington will void any warranty if u run a jackplate on one of their boats?
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ericscher
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I've never heard of that happening, but I don't speak for the factory.
BTW, many people have their transoms beefed when doing that. Not so much because the transom is weak, but because adding a bit more thickness and welding on some gussets is fairly easy to do while the boat is out of the water and peace of mind is priceless.
BTW, many people have their transoms beefed when doing that. Not so much because the transom is weak, but because adding a bit more thickness and welding on some gussets is fairly easy to do while the boat is out of the water and peace of mind is priceless.
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Eric-thanks for your note. On our 18 lund cebter console, jackplates were allowedasing. as long as u weren't at the max hp rating of the boat. My 25 wellcraft center comsole with twin engines, they were not a issue even with the max of 175hp each (350) hp. Hope bennington replies as i migbt be interested in adding one this spring.
Thanks again
todd
Thanks again
todd