(outboard that is) if i was going to run a outboard on a drift boat what length would i need, 20" or 25" i know some can be had with cut outs but unless i order a drift boat from the factory, i prefer to find a used one, any help would be greatful, or pro or con with running an outboard on a drift boat?

It is a little tricky at first but nothing to it. I use a long shaft 9.9 merc on mu Alumaweld and go most anywhere. They will turn on a dime so watch out.

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driftboat is that long shaft as in 20" or 25"?

Mine was 25

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Driftboat is correct. You can toss yourself over the gunnel if you're not sitting down. Always turn out of the current when changing directions or you can find your boat against the riprap in a heartbeat. I started using an extra long shaft (25 inches)on my old Hill boat last year. Took a beautiful twenty-eight pound hen at the mouth of the Nacelle last fall. I do everything from troll tidewater to pull plugs in the Cowlitz. Don't forget to take your oars for the tight spots and leave the outboard home for the smaller rivers.

Hung Like a New Born Doug!!!! 25 inches long and 8 and a half pounds!!!! Hahahaha!! Dont run a motor on my drift boat but got a bud that does and he's got a new 9.9 Merc kicker with a 25" shaft. Like it!! Its got the shifter built in the throttle control!!!
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