My 2002 Chaparrel 186 SSI with a 5.0 L Merc is stern heavy. It is 18.5' long at the water line. 8' wide for the last 40% of the stern area.
Has massive prop walk docking & idleing along and has that slow wandering back & forth.
Will LARGE turn fins mounted on the centerline of the bow help a lot when they are in the water during OFFPLANE speeds ?
What prevents them from breaking off ? What mounting methods reduce damage to the mounting area if they are hit by something?
Does something like Silicone Rubber or 5200 type adhesives do the job ?
Rich
Edit I will add approximately 100 lbs under the bow seats to better balance the boat at rest.
Has massive prop walk docking & idleing along and has that slow wandering back & forth.
Will LARGE turn fins mounted on the centerline of the bow help a lot when they are in the water during OFFPLANE speeds ?
What prevents them from breaking off ? What mounting methods reduce damage to the mounting area if they are hit by something?
Does something like Silicone Rubber or 5200 type adhesives do the job ?
Rich
Edit I will add approximately 100 lbs under the bow seats to better balance the boat at rest.
