Hey elkrun,

I just went through the same deal. My 8 hp honda ruined the omc bracket in about three years of fairly heavy use. I ended up having a custom, aluminum, fixed bracket welded and installed. Yeah I have to tilt the motor now, but it sure beats taking it off every time. I don't know what kind of transom you have but this was the best solution for me.
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