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JACKPLATE
For Kicker Motors
JACK PLATE FOR SMALL OUTBOARDS
Often used by anglers for trolling, smaller outboard motors are becoming increasingly popular for auxiliary or emergency propulsion on larger boats. Bob's Machine Shop, a major supplier of hydraulically operated jackplates for engines up to 300 hp, has just introduced its new kicker jack. Mounted on the transom, the jack provides the option of using an auxiliary outboard motor on nearly any boat.
At home mounted on boats with a large outboard or powering a disabled 40' cruiser back to the slip, the new kicker jack will easily handle engines up to 40 hp. Sailboats, which often rely on small auxiliary motors, will also benefit from the jack's ability to raise and lower the outboard at the push of a button. Powerboats can even use the kicker jack in no-wake zones, during slow cruising and when navigating in shallow backwaters.
To provide high strength with minimal weight, the new jackplate is built with 6061 T-6 aircraft-grade aluminum. The hydraulic motors on all Bob's jackplates, including the new kicker plate, are mounted in the boat for long life and easy maintenance.
Retail price on Bob's new kicker jack is $849.
Contact Bob's Machine Shop at 4314 Raleigh St. Tampa, FL 33619. Phone:
813-247-7040; www.bobsmachine.com.