Posted by ken on July 25, 19103 at 13:18:33:
In Reply to: Transmission installation in Cracker Box posted by Rick Crouch on July 25, 19103 at 07:15:08:
: I would like to hear from anyone that has built a Cracker Box and was able to install a transmission in the boat. What modifications to the hull ie: dimensions were needed and what type of transmission was used. Any comments on performance would also be appreciated. Thanks
The notes section of the catalog listing on the web suggests to use an outboard hung rudder and a shallow oil pan. This allows you to move the strut a little farther aft for better shaft angle.
Also a modern V6 is shorter than V8, and a new modern V6 will likely make the power that the original V8's did when this design was originated.