Thanks guys. I already read those thread (well done shoebox btw, it's awesome) but i couldn't find anything for direct drive boad.
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I decided to go ahead and give it a try. Here is the design i will was thinking to install :

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Undeployed it's -15 degrees and it will go up to 30 degrees fully deployed.

I will be using the lenco 101 XDS actuator (already ordered) and i will be controlling this with an Arduino MEGA so i can hook it up to a screen and a GPS module. This way I can program some automation (auto retraction after X mph, etc.).

Since i don't want to drill my hull, i will make an aluminium structure that will be attached to the swim plate brackets. My swimming plate is very low with all the extra weight i put in the back so i will use a 2'' Aluminium C beam to jack it up and i will also attach my surf tabs structure on it.

I am from Montreal so i have about 5 months to get this done before i can give it a try so that should give me plenty of time.

Any thoughts ?