Why We Use The Bracket

[EricSorensen-vh]

The engine on the bracket is actually at the same height- or it should be- below the waterline as if it was transom mounted. The reason a bracket-mounted outboard often has a higher top end is there's more moment/ lever arm between the props and hull to get the bow out of the water, with the transom acting as the pivot point, and props pushing up, and the hull rotating on this horizontal axis to raise the bow. Less immersed hull means less frictional resistance and therefore more speed. The is probably no such thing as "cleaner water flow" to the prop, certainly not in any meaningful way when there prop and ventilation plate are at the right depth below the dynamic (on plane) waterline. "Performance" includes more than just top speed. Transom mounted outboards can let you get up on plane at a much lower speed (11-12 kts vs 16-20 kts), and without the need for tabs (which also act like brakes) to get the bow down so you can see ahead of the boat somewhat, and this is great when slogging your way home as the seas are building. Transom mounted engines are also easier to handle precisely and predictably around a marina, with the bracket outboards sending their wash up against the transom (trim the engines all the up to mitigate this) and being practically impossibly to back predictably, especially downwind. The pivot point when backing can actually shift to a point aft of the boat which generally is not good. Brackets also make it harder to work a fishing or dock line around the stern. Regulator builds a great boat, however, and their market obviously likes the top speed advantage.

[pospouris]

You have good points for installing a bracket on a boat. I will do the same on my Sundowner 195, this month. Thanks for the tips.

[harryvanhoo]

This is a very clear mechanical reference, presented in a very pleasant way. Thank you so very much. I have subscribed. Cheers

[aramishernandez]

that lever you are talking about is in deed the transom and is lifting the bow every time

[simontracey]

The best reason for outboard pod is it effectivly increases lengh to beam ratio

[joe-hpnk]

Good show, I'll build a bracket for a tenth for the price.

[jimmiller]

The theory that the bracket should be raised 3-4" up from the hull is wrong wrong wrong . I have been designing hulls for many years and the latest was the Splendor full planing Catamaran . Engine bracket flush with the bottom and one of the best handling boats on the market. I am presently building a bracket for a 1957 Lone Star and the bracket will be flush like it needs to be.

[orlandoelias]

hey men very good tip about this part of a boat, thanks very much, awesome boats by the way

[brianlb]

If that bracket was that great of a thing all manufactures would be using them. The reality is very few use them. I do like the boats though came close to putting a deposit down on a new 34, but the cobia 350 was 100k cheaper for pretty much the same specs.

[mattwright]

Bizzare obsession with multiple engines in the US. Motor manufacturers taking you for a ride.

[aramishernandez]

I am with Jim Miller. bracket are not good. you can see on your own regulator boat video how yours boats are porpoising all the time. I am sure bracket contributed to porpoising a lot

[hippolytelures]

Why do you have safety glasses on? Too look the part? Scared of the haters on youtube.... wear your ppe?

[peterk]

It’s a simple answer. Because your hull design is outdated and you’re too lazy to invest in a newer hull design

[alexbernal]

Because you are too cheap to invest in a new mold. Those bracketed boats look very old. Also you should consider taking some weight out.

[adrianrubi]

Aquila and Azimut doing the same. Subbed.

[guntman]

Wouldn't this be an industry standard then? Why are companies like Grady White and Boston Whaler not doing this? Wouldn't cgi simulations and such prove this to be the better design to go with?