Proper engine and bracket for Cape Dory Typhoon

[Mike Hoeflinger]

I recently purchased a 1976 (?) Cape Dory Typhoon. My sailboat outfitter says he cannot find a long-shaft sailboat engine whose propeller will immerse itself completely in the water. The bracket is not mounted on the transom, but is attached and rests horizontal on top of the stern, and extends aft of the transom for about ten inches. I don't know if this heavy bronze bracket is original equipment. What type of equipment is on your Typhoon? I'll appreciate your help. Mike Hoeflinger



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[Robert Melvin]

Mike, I have a bronze bracket that is mounted on the horizontal part of the stern also, which a Johnson 4.5 seahorse longshaft motor mounts to. The bracket is made by Spartan and I believe it is the original set up. By the way this motor seems to move the boat just fine.



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[Tom Barringer]

Mike,

I have the original bronze Spartan motor mount with a 3HP Forty Plus, Long Shaft, British Seagull. Not too big, not too small. Often available on EBAY, but the prices seem to be increasing. I paid $90.00 for mine. Classic insurance for those days when I can't sail off the mooring.

Tom




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[Jonathan Dodge]

Mike, I have a bronze bracket that is mounted on the horizontal part of the stern also. I'm using a 3.5 HP Nissan (not long shaft).

The previous owner made an extention to the original bracket that drops the motor down 4-6". We took her out in Galviston Bay TX with 4'seas the short shaft did great.



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[sloopjohnl]

mike,
i've got a '76 also. you have the right motor bracket. you need a long-shaft outboard. many are designated just for sailboats, but any long-shaft will do. 4-5 hp is generally all you need.
hope you enjoy yours!

I recently purchased a 1976 (?) Cape Dory Typhoon. My sailboat outfitter says he cannot find a long-shaft sailboat engine whose propeller will immerse itself completely in the water. The bracket is not mounted on the transom, but is attached and rests horizontal on top of the stern, and extends aft of the transom for about ten inches. I don't know if this heavy bronze bracket is original equipment. What type of equipment is on your Typhoon? I'll appreciate your help. Mike Hoeflinger

[Serge Zimberoff]

Mike,
As others have pointed out that is the original outboard mounting bracket. However the board bolted to the bracket may not be original. If someone bolted one too high it could cause the problem you describe. The top of mine is just above the top bolt with just enough wood to let the bolt be secure. Standard long shaft Tohatsu puts the prop below the surface. Comes out of the water in any chop if I am on the bow taking the jib down but all is fine when your crew is in the cockpit.
Serge



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[Richard Stephens]

Mike,

Also, when you are under way under power, the stern tends to squat, putting the prop another 2" or so under water.

Regards,
Richard.