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Old 04-16-2008, 11:12 PM   #1
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Staggered or side by side engine placement

Whats the benefit of either? which is better? I guess staggered was done because of a narrow beam?
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staggared: better cog w/ engines lower in boat and closer to the centerline, plus gets a bit more weight forward. Also drives are closer and lower, better for staying hooked up.

side by side: more cockpit room.
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