[Putershark]

Try one of these http://www.bobsmachine.com/Products/transom_stabilizer.cfm for you will get

• less flex
• less drag
• better slow speed handling
• stay on plane at slower speeds, thus burn less fuel and increase range all for around the same price point.

Just remember...

• You will need less engine trim and too much trim can lead to some high speed loss from too much drag.
• It is not designed to be a step.
• Some engine builders state that the installation of such can void the warranty while others (like Honda) sell them as a factory accessory so check your paper work first.