Stringer Inside Width

what is your exact model year? note that the 1990 will not be a 2001 as is changed hull that year. "2001" model last year was 1989...

1982 - Stringer is 21 inches wood to wood. The fiberglass adds some thickness. Aluminum Cradle is 20 inches inside dimension, and 20.5 inches stringer to stringer. I just put a tape on the cradle, so I'm positive.

BKH

I wasn't sure of exact year model ('88 or '89). I was pretty certain that within those year models ( except '90 ) had the same configuration. It required complete stringers, floor, and foam replacement. When all is completed, the tech claims that transmission mounts do not have enough room to adjust between aluminum cradle. All before and after measurements were within 1/4". The inside stringer measured 20 1/2" before and 20 1/4" after from side to side and "welded" cradle fits nice. We did not disturb the pylon receiver at hull. The stringer position at rear exhaust is same location. I have no idea ( many reference points ) why it wouldn't go right back to same position without any trouble. My inquiry was too see if there are many variations to measurements from manufacturer and tech did not catch the bottomed out adjustment when removed. I even considered different transmission and mounts being installed, but haven't gotten information regarding differences. Thanks

I was out indexing the plugs on my 89 2001 And decided to put the tape across the stringers they are approx. 26.5" inside to inside. The 89 was the first year for the PCM 1.23 tranny and they have different mounts to previous years. Tim it does have a tabbed cradle.

JoeinNY knows all about the different mounts as he converted his 83 2001 to the new PCM tranny.

The original stringer system was offset and made several inquiries. I was told to replace in same position. I wouldn't be able to install pylon in its original location to hull had I moved the front section of stringers in any direction and the rear is dictated by exhaust system. I have been in boat repair for 27 years and for myself for the last 15 yrs. In most cases with sterndrives, little adjustment, in any is required to align. I didn't remove this driveline and left to speculate what may have gone wrong. Tech has a pretty good reputation and I have known for years, but also has the ability to make most situations somebody elses fault, from bad design to irresponsible customers. I'm researching the possibilities. Thanks

Well, 21" stringer to stringer plus half the width of the stringer on each side is 22.5" so that makes sense. BKH

the trunions should move in and out to accomadate width, whatever it may be, if going form a Borg Warner or vica versa there should be no problem, did he change anything in the powertrain? the trunions are pinch type and face to face on the mounts should be well under the 21" mark...something is missing

I appreciate all The help ! This Nautique did have the dual exhaust which would make location of both set of stringers even more cridical, but does give a great reference point at rear at flappers. It would seem, with this many original manufacture reference points, should not be a problem. I'm interested in Lewy2001 comment on '89 with 26 1/2" stringers and PCM 1:23 w/ different mounts- curious as to mount style and if adjusted "All In" would be in 20" range ? If it is not a trans swap, then it would be a stringer system originally installed and already at no adjustment (offset). This was not noted when removed, so no modifications made to compensate. If this is the case, it will be a good lesson learned for anybody reading this post- always check for adjustibility. Doesn't matter if your working on sterndrive or inboard. Thanks again !

AMS wrote: I'm interested in Lewy2001 comment on '89 with 26 1/2" stringers and PCM 1:23 w/ different mounts- curious as to mount style and if adjusted "All In" would be in 20" range ?

Yes it would- the front mounts are the same on the newer boats, the rears are shorter. Width is unchanged. The wider-stringered boats have cradles that have alumium tabs that extend inward that the motor mounts sit on. I dont think any of this helps you!

form&function wrote: or a mechanic that doesn't understand the four point mounts.

But Steve has a "tech" working on it!!

I feel measurements need to be taken of the Pylon and the port for the shaft, they both should be centered between the stingers if they are not then your stringer job has major issues. If it is centered and you truely don't have adjustment left, which seem really odd, What ever side is too long, I would just cut the end off of the rod section that slides in and out at the tranny vs. milling the face of the bracket, much easier to do with hack saw then a mill which most don't have acess too anyway and you won't be weaking the bracket either.

he keeps talking about an offset and there isn't one other than the rudder port is slightly offset, but the pylon and strut and packing gland port are all inline with the center line of the boat and all will be centered between the stringers only exception is the rudder port correct?

JoeinNY wrote: AMS, I think it is more likely that your strut is not straight

Excellent point! How is the strut and it's alignment to the log?

On a different note. I just happened on to the forum (Thanks to Goggle) researching this "2001". I read several post and thought found to be interesting and informative. Most seem to take alot of pride in their boats (except-the one with spider cracks and major bottom growth. Clean first, then pics and ask if warranty possible?). I'm registered on 3 other forums (bass / fishing boats) and when time permits, try to give a little advice to the "do it yourselfers" and sometimes just read their stories. Probably 80 % of business is fishing boat related- wood replacement to metalflake repairs. We have performed warranty repairs for over 20 different brands (back when there was many !). I certainly look forward to following up with some here as well. Thanks Steve