Originally Posted by Reggie Fountain
(Post 3475652)
The hook will kill the speed & make it run real flat on the nose. The notch filled hurts the speed as well.
Thank you for your comments RF , this winter the notch gets opened up and best wishes to you in your new endeavour .
Originally Posted by flat rate
(Post 3475673)
we had a 99 big step trip 525sc that ran 92 stock from factory. and 95 96 with smaller pulleys and 30 pitch props
I've noticed full or empty I run 86 good weather and 80 when it's real hot /humid . I've got a set of 28 four blades which I believe are the originals and a set of 27 five blades . This weekend I'm trying the four blades . I havent tested them since I had the hook on the strakes removed .
aex
08-10-2011 08:45 PM
Originally Posted by Reggie Fountain
(Post 3475652)
The hook will kill the speed & make it run real flat on the nose. The notch filled hurts the speed as well.
Do you have any idea why this was done ?
Reggie Fountain
08-11-2011 12:28 AM
Most likely to try to create lift at the transom to carry the extra weight. Get rid of the hook & put the notch back in. The boat should be a 90 plus mph boat & with a few upgrades it would break 100 mph.
aex
08-11-2011 09:45 PM
Thanks again , I may do this soon . My guys say it's an easy one day project thanks again for your guidance .
