Posted by Don Dando on November 13, 2002 at 22:39:53:
In Reply to: Re: 3 pt Hydroplane, when to use fins on the bottom? posted by steve on November 13, 2002 at 19:45:05:
WIth a stock motor and a stock utility prop, you could see about 37 MPH. But at that speed, you can afford to experiment with what works best for your use and not be at any real great risk. I was running in the 80-100 mph range, that is no place to experiment.
Don Dando
: Ok I see that for racing, but for pleasure use would it be advisable to use 2 fins like Mitchell said was on his Jupiter? The Rear fin I mentioned was on a Scat Cat, and It apparently adds 1 - 3 MPH to your top end speed. I am concerned for safety, but for now only intend to run 10HP, so I wouldnt expect more than 25MPH.
: Thanks for your input.