HARD TO GET ON PLANE,

[kingtile]

I have a 16 ft winner z660 with a 115 evinrude [ 1984] 19 sst prop that takes forever to come on plane. I have thought about a hydrofoil but don't know much about them. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[kickinbass35]

they are fairly easy to install and help out alot in getting a boat to plane out

 

[MadBomber]

Does it have a power trim? If it does, maybe the pin that limits how low the engine will trim down is set too high. The trim angle on my boat has a huge effect on the hole shot. Also, what is the max RPM the engine is turning at WOT? If it's about 5200-5500, that's about right. If it's less, the pitch on the prop is too big.

 

[rsimms]

Sorry... can't help with hydrofoil. I was checking in because I was curious why you have a fear of flying. emoScratch emoLaugh

 

[kingtile]

Thanks for the info. The motor has power trim and it is setting as for down as it will go. The rpm's are around 5300 so I think I will try the hydrofoil.It's not to expensive so if it does not work I will go to plan B what ever that is. I am new to the forum and this is my first post, so I appreciate all the help .

 

[Guest]

You didn't forget and leave the trailer hooked up to the boat did you?emoEvil

 

[digitalcb]

I am a big hydrofoil fan. Gets you up on plane quicker and lets you run on plane at lower speed= less gas.

Some folks here have more experience with different brands and styles. A search will get you info.

 

[digitalcb]

Plan "B"

Check your throttle linkage. Is there a lot of adjustment left in it? If so you may be able to add a more aggressive prop.

Maybe someone here can guide you.

 

[SpurHunter]

I just thought of one more thing, if the motor is mounted too high, you will also get this problem. Have a good boat-man look at it to determine if yours needs to be lowered.