CcanDo

We are interested in purchasing a complete set of #6 stand off box's. We are considering another project, so delivery date is negotiable.

CcanDo

We are updating our Life Jackets......Thoughts are; to try some inflatable vests with leg straps. What are the present recommendations, brand, design and etc ? We don't need anything fashionable, just comfortable and effective.

Leg straps seem to be controversial, however such as www.frode.se/ offers a little different crotch design....Good or Bad ?

CcanDo

We are getting closer..... However, we lack knowledge on props. Core questions include comparison between 15, 18 and 20 Degree rake. Does the degree of rake include a change of cup, if so, in what part of the prop, and what can be expected benefit, one to the other ???

It is assumed the rake angle creates more bow lift, but is there significant difference or is the difference marketing hype ? We have several sets of Mercury props, vintaged before CNC, at one time, was the pitch number under stated 1 or 2 " ? The question is relative to calculating slip and future cnc prop pitch. The best test has been with a set of Mercury 16 1/2 x 34 x 15 * 5 blade, not CNC. Subject to those being understated, slip is 12 %. However, if they are as stated, then an acceptable 9 %.

The next test will be after adding a 1/4" spacer and the above props. However, we don't have a spacer of that thickness or the studs. Does anyone have a set for sale ??

Dueclaws

On the Jag, there was a major increase in bow lift going from 16* to 18* Hering (17 x38 5 blade), although top speed remained the same. Ended with 16* rake.
I might have one 1/4" spacer with studs in storage, but can't check until the 9th. Same kind of deal as you guys always made for me.
Let me know.

CcanDo

I was looking through this thread and realized it had never been mentioned that this boat is thought to be the "First" Motion ever built. It has also been said that DuPont furnished proprietary foam for the core, later to be known as space shuttle craft foam. The light foam created a weight advantage that later required a ballast handicap.

machloosy

ccando, what's the latest? Was Tres able to help? And what's the story on props and such these days?

CcanDo

Tres never came, though he was invited. We have since turned 16 1/2 x 34 x 15*, 5 blade in, added a 1/2" spacer and comfortably ran 140 before running out of props. The props will probably end up being 5 blade, 16 1/2 x 36 - 38 x18* with the 1/2 spacer out. Low RPM 150 has always been the goal, and with the engine design, we are now confident that is realistic.

Thanks for asking !

Nice Pair

"Awesome Restoration"

CcanDo

Thanks, Please tell us about your 28 Skater .

motion 35 xp

Hey guys, we have a 2001 35 motion with 500efis boxes drive shafts. Gopro video shows a lot of movement in the hull when in rough water. Cracks showing up in corners and short bulkheads. Can you reccomend a repair that would help our situation? Thanks sirs.