[noeettica]

OK here we go

Solid transom. Would 4 3/8 bolts With fender washers on 11" centers be sufficient to hold
a 40 Hp motor ?

 

[firecat1981]

I think that's what's been holding my TnT unit on for the last 8 years, so I'd say yes.

 

[noeettica]

You running a 40 hp in a Chop ?

 

[firecat1981]

No a 20 4-stroke, that had been ran aground at full speed more times then I like to admit.

 

[noeettica]

I really like your builds ! You have my utmost respect

 

[DuckNut]

Shear strength is about 550 for stainless. With 2,200 lbs of shear your bolts are the lesser of the two to worry about. The transom will be your weak point.