Microplus 501 (early model) L/S shaft?

[melodeonmark]

I have a 16" microplus 501 and wanted to know if a short shaft outboard engine would suit? Also, what is the difference between a short/long shaft engine in size please?
Thanks in advance, Mark

 

[JKay]

be nice and these guys know
http://www.normanboats.co.uk/
cheers Joe

 

[jfm]

Measure from the top edge of transom where motor hangs on, to keel. 20inch is long, 15 is short. 25 is XL. I'd be 90% sure your 501 is a longshaft

 

[nyx2k]

3 or for inches added to the leg of standard shaft is a long shaft. measure from the top of the transom to the back of the hull at the lowest point.

 

[nyx2k]

lakesailored, first time.
i agree 99 percent sure its a long shaft

 

[JKay]

you can only be "lakesailored if they thank you"

So no lakesailor

cheers Joe

 

[melodeonmark]

Thanks for your advice - it's 20" transom to keel so longshaft!
Much appreciated, Mark

 

[Lakesailor]

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[jimmcgee]

http://www.microplus.dk/ all you need to know on here