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Took this boat over last fall, below waterline was already rebuilt and boat was rigged. Could write a small novel on what I ended up doing from the floor up, these boats definitely have their faults. Still burnt through 60 litres of resin! Was my first Hourston refit, had a 15.5ft 20 years ago loved it and always wanted another. I’m happy with the end result, not the nicest one out there as there are some beauties on this site alone. But she will do the trick for a long time I think.
Solo test rip on the fresh water with 50l fuel on board, 45mph@5900rpm still had a bit of throttle left. 30mph@4000rpm. Got the anti-vent plate maybe 1/2” above keel and she still porpoises a bit when you try to trim the motor out. As high as I can go with the XL shaft will have to do. It may have something to do with hanging 600# 32” off the stern Ha.
If anyone has any questions on these rigs I now have some opinions and first hand experience so feel free to ask my honest opinion.
Waiting for the ferry to the island right now.
Cheers and tight lines.
Solo test rip on the fresh water with 50l fuel on board, 45mph@5900rpm still had a bit of throttle left. 30mph@4000rpm. Got the anti-vent plate maybe 1/2” above keel and she still porpoises a bit when you try to trim the motor out. As high as I can go with the XL shaft will have to do. It may have something to do with hanging 600# 32” off the stern Ha.
If anyone has any questions on these rigs I now have some opinions and first hand experience so feel free to ask my honest opinion.
Waiting for the ferry to the island right now.
Cheers and tight lines.
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