Hey Pianewman-
I finally got to look at my setup this weekend in action. With the Yamaha F100 and the size large hydroshield and a full boat (3 guys, 3 tackle boxes, a kicker, kicker fuel tank), it looks like the anti-cav plate was in fact about 0 inches above the keel, running basically dry at about 31 MPH with minimal lateral spray off the lower unit. No tape measure involved, as I was leaning over the transom at WOT.
I also have the two batteries in the center console, along with a 20 gallon topside tank. I have flotation foam where the under deck tank was.
Again, with the noticeable stern lift at WOT from (I suppose) the hydroshield and 4 blade stern lifting 12-3/4 x 17P prop. A hat tip to Fr. Frank for the suggestions on my setup.
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Originally Posted by pianewman
FINALLY, getting the boat back in the water to check new scupper repair...also to re-evaluate anti-cav plate height.
Another question: I will be installing the Hydro-Shield. Does this change the suggestion that I raise the motor 2 holes, to put the AC plate at 1 1/2" inches about the keel level (Currently AC plate is level with keel...I can't see it while on plane with moderate load). I need to get this right, as I don't have access to easily play with motor height.
73 20' CC, 150 OptiMax (HEAVY), 2 batteries in front of the console, rear baitwell.
Thanks again, folks.
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