Capri 30 Outboard Bracket Installation

[Maxs]

Hi!
I have a 1983 Catalina Capri 30 that used to have an inboard engine, but the previous owner took it away and installed a 10hp outboard on the transom. The bracket is weak, made for a 5hp max., so I'm going to install a new bigger bracket. The problem is that the existing bracket is attached on the transom's centerline, and I think that is wrong because the prop is getting all the turbulence from the keel and the spade rudder. I haven't feel any heavy cavitation from the prop, but All the capris 30 that came originally with an outboard has it on the starboard side of the transom. so what should I do??? Install the new one on the same place, or move it to one side on the transom???
All comments will be heavily appreciated!!!!!
Cheers from Costa Rica! Max

[GordMay]

I'd mount it centreline.

[Maxs]

I'll start taking measures...........

[HopCar]

Take a look at the Garelick 71090. It will take motors up to 169 pounds and you should be able to buy it for around $200.

[Commodore3]

In reply to your question: My 1983 Capri 30' never had an inboard and the outboard mounting bracket is toward the starboard side on the transom. I have a 15 h.p. 2-cycle Evinrude attached to it. It works just fine as long as you give yourself lots of room to come to a stop, hopefully heading into the wind.

[Maxs]

Thanks, Bracket has already been installed towards the starboard side.. Work way better thatn the previous location at the center line... The boat can motor on a straight course with almost no deviation...