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Hello again:
Is it possible to operate the outboard through the opening just aft of the tiller or do you always need to have the lazarette open if you want to use the outboard tiller to help steer the boat?
    Also if you want to sail with a small jib can you lead the sheets so that they sheet to tracks on top of the cabin with cam cleats?  Thanks JH

Hello Skipperjer:
Thanks for your reply.  What about when you're done sailing-can you tilt the motor up and lock it in place so the lower unit and prop are not always in the water??

I currently own a Pearson Ensign- great boat, and am thinking of buying a Commander.  After reading the various posts under outboards, I'm trying to determine two things: how much can you turn the outboard in the well when operating in reverse (probably depends on the size of the motor) and does the lazarette always just fill up with water when operating in reverse?
Thanks, John Hirschler