Saw this on FB marketplace, seems reasonable in price and liking the design, that being a full hull transition and not one that kicks up, like most other makes
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https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/428329897889091/
IMO, the hull extension has better flotation, planes faster and the trim tabs works less but you are correct that debate will be an on going battleIt worked, thanks...that looks like the pod that went on the Bertram or whatever that thing was at Pearson Marine. Hull extension vs the "stepped up" style on the Seasport seems to continue to be a circular discussion and I had leaned toward the stepped up version for a hull like mine but who knows, we will see how it pans out.
I couldn't remember what hull you were looking to put a pod on but the extended hull pod on my 26 Hourston took the hull's performance to another level, especially in close together wind chopIt worked, thanks...that looks like the pod that went on the Bertram or whatever that thing was at Pearson Marine. Hull extension vs the "stepped up" style on the Seasport seems to continue to be a circular discussion and I had leaned toward the stepped up version for a hull like mine but who knows, we will see how it pans out.
I couldn't remember what hull you were looking to put a pod on but the extended hull pod on my 26 Hourston took the hull's performance to another level, especially in close together wind chop
Saw this on FB marketplace, seems reasonable in price and liking the design, that being a full hull transition and not one that kicks up, like most other makes
hope this link works
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/428329897889091/
The transom drain is exactly why they don’t do the full extension. It’s any easier add on to an existing hull. The step pod idea or motor bracket will work but like Fishtofino mentions the full hull extension is a big difference. Once you figure out what you are putting on for power etc I would go with the full hull extension especially if you are going to keep the boat after spending the time and money on the mods.....imoI don't have FaceBook, does he have a contact number by chance? PRD's price @ $5250 USD is too rich for me I kinda like the pod to be stepped up a bit to allow for the transom drain's.
We install a pipe through the pod for the transom drain on our pods with a plug on the pod.
I take it from your handle that you maybe associated with DSS Welding in Duncan? Maybe you can tell what us what works and what doesn't, why, maybe even a price range? I have heard good things about your company. If you would rather PM me or others that would be much appreciated.We install a pipe through the pod for the transom drain on our pods with a plug on the pod.
Saw this on FB marketplace, seems reasonable in price and liking the design, that being a full hull transition and not one that kicks up, like most other makes
hope this link works
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/428329897889091/
No because the weight is now further back. Assuming it's not a straight loss of 400lb. Depends where the fulcrum or centre point would have been designed to be? This was just my initial thought while reading this. I'm slightly above average but no genius.Thank you, I saw this one as well...
This is my concern and again can someone with experience please educate me:
The Hourston was originally designed and intended to have a 1000lbs (motor and outdrive) sitting in the stern which makes the boat sit/settle in the water nicely for handling. If I were to change this by removing the 1000lbs and add a 600lbs outboard as well as adding a flotation/hull extension pod it changes the dynamics and intended design thus creating a vessel that is now very buoyant in the stern, am I correct?
If I were to attach a stepped pod, the buoyancy will decrease and allowing the vessel to return to its original position...?
Thank you, I saw this one as well...
This is my concern and again can someone with experience please educate me:
The Hourston was originally designed and intended to have a 1000lbs (motor and outdrive) sitting in the stern which makes the boat sit/settle in the water nicely for handling. If I were to change this by removing the 1000lbs and add a 600lbs outboard as well as adding a flotation/hull extension pod it changes the dynamics and intended design thus creating a vessel that is now very buoyant in the stern, am I correct?
If I were to attach a stepped pod, the buoyancy will decrease and allowing the vessel to return to its original position...?
porpoising is an issue for sure and I have dealt with it. only to realize lifting my engine higher fixed it I knew my engine was too low as the cavitation plate was buried at plane. Raise one hole and it is 60 percent better so will go up one more hole. That raises my engine 5 inches from the keel line. 20 hourston with a 30 inch stepped bracket 275 merc verado. If I was going with the hull extension I would build one on the boat fibreglassed extension. A bracket that extends the keel on your boat is going to need the boat for the build as it has to be perfect in line with the hull.Awesome reply thx, what I personally am looking for is a pod that will keep all tings equal as intended design or a pod that will enhance performance from original... does that make sense?
I have only one try to get this correct, I can’t afford doing it twice
I read horror stories of too much flotation causing proposing... or that is my understanding of it.