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angle of the dangle

skillet
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Bought an aluminum (small 14') bass boat last year and have been replacing the wood and carpet this Winter. It has a Merc 35hp that seems to be in really good condition (I hope, I hope, I hope ;)) I know that the angle that the motor sits at (in relation to transom) is important as far as performance. If too far in or out, what is the effect on the boat :-/? Thanks...

skillet

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    Too far out and the bow will lift too high (transom forced too low) getting on plane and may cause the prop to lose it's grip in the water,

    Too far in and the bow will be forced down and limit speed and contol.

    The optimum position without power trim, allows for a compromise of getting on plane and top speed.

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    I'm assuming it doesn't have power tilt/trim?  If not it will just take some playing on your part to get it set in the right position for the best of both worlds.

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     No, no power tilt/trim ;)! It would be nice! I'll just have to play with it. Thanks for the HELP...

    skillet

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