I am having a problem with the motor pod. It all started with the motor hitting the mounting pod. I posted that in another posting. The problem now is the new pod lets the retractable ski pylon hit the seat. The base mount is mounted to far back. I was wondering if you can remove the retractable part from the base. The dealer is trying to come up with a solution that won't take forever to accomplish. They said it could take a month to get a new pod. Their other option is to weld another plate in the pod and drill a new hole. I am wondering how you would feel about the welding option?