28 Apache X dim

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Does anyone have any info on how the 28 reacts with a raised X dim? I'm wondering if it is worth it to put on 2" shorties when I go through my drives this winter.
I find that I have usually not trimmed too much to avoid porpoising and keep hooked up in the rough. After talking with a few people I will be going to a 3 blade to help with the porpoising issue.
What are the downfalls of using a 2"shortie and if it is too much then using spacers?
Would like to know how these higher HP boats have managed also.

Thanks, Dave

PM Eric.

He built them.

http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/member.php?u=111

Thanks Chris --- he was very helpful!

What did you find out?

Eric mentioned that most any that he knew of that had raised the x was not happy with the boat afterward-- harder to get on plane, more likely to blow out in the rough. I've decided to not worry about the shorties and just beef up the drives so they're a little beefier.
We're doing a litlle work to this boat right now -- and I will say it's amazing how strong it was built -- pretty much bulletproof

Delsol what year is your 28 apache

it is a 91'