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Old 12-23-2014, 07:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Bushwacker View Post
Except GFS has 100 fewer pounds hanging on the transom! I'd put the baitwell in front of the console until you can get some weight off the transom. Moesly designed the 19/20' hulls for motors of 300 lbs or less, so the closer you can get to that, the better your ride and handling will be!
Denny,
I don't think the Seacraft Industries and Tracker 20' hulls are as sensitive to tail weight as the Potter boats. I use the in-deck live well in mine with no problems. It's located just forward of the motor well, and I have a 400lb Merc hanging on the transom. Running with the live well full, I don't need to deploy trim tabs to keep the bow down. That being said, 45 gallons might be pushing the limits. 30 gallons would probably be ok.

Dave
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