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big poppa pump 02-22-2004 03:17 PM

do i need more setback
 
i have 24 skater with 260s 6 inck setback, it seems i trim a whole lot to acquire 110 mph , props are spun inwards, it seems every tap of the trim button you can feel the boat just take off

Ryan Beckley 02-23-2004 10:02 PM

The props turning in creates alot of stern lift. It is also alittle hairy running a cat that way. I wouldn't go with more set back. I would think you should be between 1.5-2 inches above the bottom. I would think your boat is nearing its top speed around 110.

big poppa pump 02-24-2004 08:00 PM

with the 28 skaters going faster and the 22 talon going around 130, i would think this has 120 possiblities? what do you think

apache21 02-25-2004 10:22 PM

110 is pretty dam Fast. Is there a reason you need to go 120+ in a 24 Skater. I worry you could get hurt. Be sure to wear a helment and lifeline.:)

Ryan Beckley 02-26-2004 07:57 PM

I do not think a 24' will go 120 and NO it doesn't need to. The 28 is a much freinlier boat and safer. As for the 22 Talon those speeds are with GIANT blower motors or hopped up grenade outboards. 110 in a 24' is PLENTY FAST.

apache21 03-01-2004 06:11 PM

110 is flat hauling

Skaterfast 03-05-2004 01:43 PM

Yes you need more set back.I put on 6 inches last summer and picked up 2mph.If I had the money to buy 16" with new cables,etc I would do it.I also need excesive trim to make her fly.Your not alone.Right now I'm looking for one peice exhaust plates so I can run transome mounted water pickups.I'll be intaling those next month so I can raise my motors.I know for a fact this will give me more than 3mph.


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