Blueprinting hulls?
 

Hello all, I was wondering what the cost is for blueprinting a 29 foot scarab hull. Also, what should I expect to gain in mph. Is it worth the time and expense? What is involved in the process and would it be a good time to have some dings and gel cracks repaired? Just curious, because I dont expect to pick up much speed; but having a straight hull would make my future mods more effective. Any info would be appreciated.

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Blue printing can have as much as a 10 mph gain on some hulls. Not cheap, and should b done if bows, hook's , or un-even surfaces are noticeable and high speeds are expected.

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prolly a stupid question but exactly how is it done?
alot of sanding , laser measuring?

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Hey, Steve H, thats not a stupid question at all. That was part of the reason I asked about blueprinting in the first place; to see if it was worth the time and trouble to have someone do all that to my hull. I am still wondering about the cost. Also, is there anyone in Texas or near Houston that can perform the work.

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29 footer should be in the range of 3- $5,000. Depending on how bad the hull is. Could be as high as 10k

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You might try this guy. Name is Joe he is in Flower Mound Tx it's in the Dallas erea.
214-679-1089. Give him a call and get some references.

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Hey Russ, Thanks I appreciate the info. I'll give him a call. From the looks of the price, I might be better off going with my other option...Whippled 502. At least I can do the mechanical work myself. Fiberglass work looks scary!

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Plus, you need to turn the boat upset down, to do it right.

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Make sure the guy is experienced with blueprinting. Talk with customers of his to verify the results of his work.
There are many different ways to blueprint a hull.
What attitude does your hull have now ? Are you satisfied with it ? Is it to flighty, or is the bow not getting up enough.
These are all things to take into consideration when having your bottom blueprinted. Whether your having a plain straightening job, or a rocker put in to give you more bow lift. Having the wrong blueprinting done will give you no increase in speed. Most hulls are safe with a straightening job.

Rick