Hi UK MIKE
Very nice setup !!!
Quiet as a mouse !!!
We realigned and upgraded a drive line in a mate's boat.
The red universe joint went again!!!
Replace the bearings and shaft, realigned the motor mount which was the main problem.
Used my motor alignment tool and installed the motor with a solid coupling.
The motor is rated for 18 volts, but, only runs 12 volts.
We run it on 18 volts and the owner said it's quieter than ever!!
But why is the motor revving so hard !!!
He was totally happy with our upgrade and that carton of beer was dam nice.
The boat was in the water at the weekend(only 12 volts) the quietest boat ever!!