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Folks, I finally found a photo of an outboard with a full, integrated swim platform. Outboard swim platforms have been discussed a few times since I've been around and for those building an outboard powered boat, this is possible. It is definitely an older engine and I can't tell much about the shaft.
Around the 16:09 mark, you'll see this boat: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgbdZUB_ ... plpp_video

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Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=534DBtp1Cnc
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I really like how the sides extend out and curve down to meet the swim platform...it would take some forethought but I really like it! On our boats (with bigger motors) I could see the need for a larger cut out for the lower unit.

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Bill

I told my wife we needed a three-car garage for my projects...she told me to ask her for permission next time before I buy a house.
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If someone were to go this route, I'd like to see knees added to keep the bottom from flexing while running, and when stepping on it too.

I built doubled , extended bottom planks on my first boat, and they flexed and contributed to porpoising.

Pic of stern extended bottom before cutting notch for motor leg:

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