My Pearson 30 has some pretty serious squat-more so this season for some reason. Stern drops about a foot at 5 mph with Atomic 4 running, and exhaust is under water. Another issue that may be related is that top engine
speed is only 5 mph compared to 6.5 on better days.
Just wondering if anyone has similar situation? Could there be other reasons for the squat . . . issues with the prop or shaft?
The bottom has a fresh coat of paint this season.
Will the submerged exhaust cause damage? The A-4 has a non-return valve
in the exhaust, so that should help, and it looks like a steep angle for any water
to climb up the exhaust and beyond.
Thanks for your comments!
speed is only 5 mph compared to 6.5 on better days.
Just wondering if anyone has similar situation? Could there be other reasons for the squat . . . issues with the prop or shaft?
The bottom has a fresh coat of paint this season.
Will the submerged exhaust cause damage? The A-4 has a non-return valve
in the exhaust, so that should help, and it looks like a steep angle for any water
to climb up the exhaust and beyond.
Thanks for your comments!
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