Thanks for all the posts, it's nice to hear everyones different ideas and tactics. I think I see a suitable motor at grainger, but now i'm considering a gas motor. Im glad I have untill May! Ill post a picture of the completed davit/motor combo when I'm done.

We usually camp on the DNR beach near Tsusko(sp) Pt. If any of you are near there for the first Hood Canal prawn opening please stop by (we will have cold beer)