1980's 22' Starcraft i/o conversion

[Laguna23]

Hello all! I am reaching out for some specific information on my 22' Starcraft . I have removed the i/o and closed up the lower unit opening. I have an aluminum offshore bracket and a 2000 DFI Mercury 150 Saltwater Series 2 stroke ready to go. My question is, has anyone completed this type of conversion and can the transom support the weight of this out board? I have owned a few 20' Bayrunners with 150's on them. Not much more support but they are welded. I know from past threads that there are a lot of Starcraft owners on this forum so an feedback would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Bondo]

Ayuh,..... Welcome Aboard,...... If there is (0) Zero rot in the transom,....
Yes, it'll be just fine,.....
If there is any rot,... All bets are off,......

 

[Laguna23]

Thanks Bondo, Super clean transom. I can't find any info on the outboard style 22 foot outboard series of my boat. I know a guy with one but he got it without an outboard on it. I wonder if structurally it can handle a 150 hp 2 stroke? 2000 saltwater series Optimax.

 

[Bondo]

Thanks Bondo, Super clean transom. I can't find any info on the outboard style 22 foot outboard series of my boat. I know a guy with one but he got it without an outboard on it. I wonder if structurally it can handle a 150 hp 2 stroke? 2000 saltwater series Optimax.

Ayuh,..... I'm sure it will with a properly mounted outboard bracket,....