Of course. Just remove the L-drive and motor, fill in the hole. Then make a bracket to hold the outboard, bolt everything in place and you're done.
Here's the examples of conversions with brackets. http://www.dadmarine.com/picturelnk.htm
Yes. For example, you can have an outboard motor on a boat.
The transom on a boat is the stern on which an outboard motor can be clamped.
not sure how wide your Jon boat is but I would go with a 3.5HP or 5HP outboard no bigger
An outboard motor generally is attached either directly to the transom of the boat, or to a bracket that is attached to the transom of the boat.
If your inboard outboard boat runs aground what action should you take?
The first step in attempting to free your outboard boat after running aground is to assess the situation and ensure that it's safe to proceed. Next, shift your weight within the boat to help free it from the sand or mud, and try to gently rock the boat back and forth to create movement. If possible, use the outboard motor at a low RPM to help dislodge the boat without causing damage. If these methods don't work, consider using a paddle or pole to help push the boat off the obstruction.
An outboard engine is an engine attached to the outside of a boat. An outboard engine is usually contained within its own casing. By contrast, an inboard engine is enclosed within the hull of the boat itself.
If you run aground in an outboard boat, first assess the situation to ensure everyone's safety. Check for any damage to the boat and the surrounding environment. If possible, shift weight towards the back of the boat to help free the bow, and gently reverse the engine to try and get unstuck. If that doesn't work, consider using a paddle or anchor to help maneuver the boat back into deeper water.
You can pull a skier at around 17ktns so even with a smallish outboard (25hp) on a dinghy its possible.
In the junk yard
It stabilizes the canoe or other boat.
Outboard motor.