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Old 06-20-2010, 08:06 AM
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Assuming we are comparing standard lenghts, what type of speeds are gained by going with an Imco Standard lower instead of a standard XR lower?
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Originally Posted by Boomer35
Assuming we are comparing standard lenghts, what type of speeds are gained by going with an Imco Standard lower instead of a standard XR lower?
Using the same gear ratio and prop, NONE.
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If you ar over 80mph, then you might see a small gain from the Imco nosecone design.
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I have found a 1-2 mph difference between the standard XR lower and an IMCO lower on a couple of boats, both doing around 80 mph at the time.

At 90, the difference was drastic in both speed and handeling .. 4 mph, and a much more stable ride with the IMCO on my Heat.

Slip went down, speed went up.. handeling was better.

Just my observations,

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+1 for 4 MPH above 90 with twins vs. XR
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