1800ss too low in the water

[pgattuso]

Can anyone help me with this problem. I just got a Starcraft 1800ss 1996(fiberglass). It came with a 115 merc that was ng. I put a 135 Johnson that weighs 378 lbs. (2001) and put it in the water. The water line at the transom is 5 inches below the top of the transom. The drain in the motor well is 2 inches below the waterline and I have 2 inches of water in the well.<br />According to the info I have seen the boat is rated for a 150 and should be within the specs. I pumped all water off,boat is dry inside ie no leaks. <br />I,m stumped any ideas? <br />Thanks Paul

 

[Chinewalker]

Re: 1800ss too low in the water

I would have a marine surveyor take a look at the hull with a moisture meter. Might be holding some water in the hull somewhere...<br />- Scott

 

[1959_FDR]

Re: 1800ss too low in the water

Can anyone help me with this problem. I just got a Starcraft 1800ss 1996(fiberglass). It came with a 115 merc that was ng. I put a 135 Johnson that weighs 378 lbs. (2001) and put it in the water. The water line at the transom is 5 inches below the top of the transom. The drain in the motor well is 2 inches below the waterline and I have 2 inches of water in the well.<br />According to the info I have seen the boat is rated for a 150 and should be within the specs. I pumped all water off,boat is dry inside ie no leaks. <br />I,m stumped any ideas? <br />Thanks Paul

How much additional weight is loaded aft in the boat, and were you standing aft when you noted the waterline on the transom? It may well be a "balance" issue ?

John