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VMS steve

Posted 9/7/2007 11:38 AM (#273774 - in reply to #273771)
Subject: RE: Propping my new Yamaha 4 stroke 90...

I should also mention that hydrofoils seem to be more prevalent on tiller rigged boats...many due to the fact that tiller boats are rated lower for HP than console models. Thus...less power. It takes more to get the boat on plane and keep it there.

That may be an option for you if you would like to keep your speed down but stay on plane. Caution, though...if you go with a higher motor setting, the hydrofoil may not do what you desire since the anti-ventilation plate will be out of the water already. Again, this will depend on where you like your motor on the transom for your style of running.

In most cases that I know of, hydrofoils help rigs the most when they are significantly under powered. In your case, I am guessing the motor is max...

Steve