I just posted 3 photos of an E27 motor strut on the Deck Rigging and Layout Gallery. They were made from standard aluminum plate and tubing. Here are the dimensions: The dimensions of the plate are 1/4 X 6 1/2 x 5 1/2. The dimensions of the tube are 2 x 2 x 16. I was able to buy the tube from an aluminum and metal supply store and the plate from a scrap metal store.

:: If you provide me your email address I'll send you
:: photos and instructions for making a motor strut. My
:: email address is [email protected]

:: Ralph
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:: :: I have purchased an express 27 but it does not have a
:: :: motor mount. What does everyone use to mount their
:: :: motors? Can I purchase/make one?