questions about aftermarket aluminum outboard brackets: design, fabrication, for a Starcraft Chieftain

[GA_Boater]

On any bracket install, there is more to it than just the bracket. The inside of the transom needs bracing to help the support the weight that is 18-24" or so further back from the transom.

The interior work is what separates the men from the boys.

 

[driscollies]

hi, thanks for all the information so far.

I actually wasn't aware that I would need to do inside bracing... I've talked to at least 10 companies/individuals (including some "pros"?armstrong, etc) and none of them have mentioned that I would need to do anything. That's one my official "question list", so it always, always gets asked.

I've only been told that I just need to bolt it on, or I could have it welded, if I wanted.

So I need to brace the inside? That changes things. Is there any info out there about how to brace the inside? I tried to look it up here, but I don't even know what terms to search for!

thanks