To fin or not to fin? Should I put hydrofoil/doel fins on my 73 Evinrude 50hp??

kippstakes

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Was wondering if there is a great benefit to running with hydrofoils on my outboard. Have a spare pair sitting around but would have to drill mount holes in my boot to make it work (they came with the original lower unit which had holes, the new one doesn't- only difference actually).
Is it worth the trouble or no? Or are there possibly any drawbacks to consider?

Thank you
 

JB

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Re: To fin or not to fin? Should I put hydrofoil/doel fins on my 73 Evinrude 50hp??

Hydrofoils are like aspirin. If your boat has problems that they solve they are okay. If not, they can create some.
 

boobie

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Re: To fin or not to fin? Should I put hydrofoil/doel fins on my 73 Evinrude 50hp??

Depends on the boat. I've seen them work good on some boats and create problems on others. All you can do is try it. You can always take it off.
 
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