help getting boat planing quicker.

[billy-bobby]

I would like some suggestions on how I can get my 12 foot aluminum fish boat up on plane quicker. The boat has a flat, wide floor, and weighs about 150 pounds and I usually have a battery and an electric motor on the back. I use a 4-stroke Yamaha 9,9 that weighs in at just under 100 pounds, It has the stock three blade prop. I do not use the 9.9 for trolling, so slow speed is not an issue. I find that it takes a fair bit to get this boat planing. The front end of boat lifts a fair bit during the first few seconds before it flattens out. Would a prop change help? If so, what are the accompanying drawbacks?

 

[Solittle]

Re: help getting boat planing quicker.

You need to move some weight forward or take along a friend. A new prop may not do much.

 

[Fouled Plug]

Re: help getting boat planing quicker.

Is the cavitation plate close to level with the bottom of the hull? I would consider a hydrofoil for your application, as well as trying to shift some weight forward.

 

[baitfish]

Re: help getting boat planing quicker.

just my 2cents, i had a canoe with an elect. trolling motor on it., same problem.. until i moved the battery up front.... way to much weight in back of boat...good luck!!! and keep on fishin!!

 

[Just Jed]

Re: help getting boat planing quicker.

Move some weight forward and trim in the motor.