The sport also keeps your boat on plane at lower speeds for better gas mileage and a smoother ride while towing a skier or tube. Fits all outboards and sterndrives 25hp and larger except the following. Use the site gauge as a final template guide to verify proper placement. But like dhadley says, if the foil is installed correctly, it is out of the water at high speed and wont make the boat teetertotter or push the bow down. Choose from a variety of the best watersports products around. All that is needed for complete install is a 716 wrench or socket set, and a phillips head screwdriver.
This is part 2 of a 2 part video detailing the installation of a sport marine tech drill free sport clip and hydrofoil. Various evinrude engines in the 200300hp range these engines may require the. Stingray classic jr hydrofoil stabilizer gheenoe bow rise installation fix. With a fourfold securing method, the sport clip offers a failsafe hydrofoil attachment system. It mounts in about five minutes, requiring one wrench or socket and a phillips screwdriver. The sport 200 is crafted to fit smaller outboards from 8hp to 40hp best fit for honda fourstrokes. Move the sport forward toward the boat until any further movement would tilt the sport up. How to install stabilizer fin on outboard motor this and that with chris. It features a turbo trac that enhances the thrust and control, giving you a steadier ride. In the interest of objectivity, i did everything i could to quantify the data and make sure the results make sense to you guys and are reproducible. Sport marine technologies hydrofoil sport clip mount 52 4. The unique shape of the hydrofoil helps keep water around the propeller, ensuring a reduction in cavitation and lowering the boats plane speed. My hydrofoil fit so tightly i would have had to use a rubber mallet to back it off, and after a few trips it stayed firmly affixed, but if you feel like the starfire isnt on snugly and you want a little extra security, you have the option to drill two holes and screw it into place.
Sport marine technologies hydrofoil sport clip mount. Fits sterndrives and outboards 8hp to unlimited hp. I get up on the plane real quick and it turns great, but, now reading through this topic i remembered a few things. Drilling required if installed without optional clip adapter sold separetely. High performance hydrofoil has a compact design that tops all foils in independent tests with best 030 mph and best top end speed. This comes with four rubber washers that go between the cativation plate and the hydrofoil, one set thick and the other thinner. Bolton installation hydrofoils have been a staple in the hydrofoil industry. Will improve handling and provide better maneuverability with a smoother ride. Made of breakresistant, fiberglassreinforced polypropylene. Drillfree installation with the optional sport clip. They give you a cardboard template to mark your location on your drive. Additionally, the nodrill installation models now include optionaldrill installation for added security. How to install stabilizer fin on outboard motor youtube.
Viking, im not a fan of se200 sport foil because the installation is bit off on the caviation plate with small motors. The design also ensures water is kept in a linear path as the boat travels at speed, reducing engine vibration, and keeps the boat nice and stable. Do the thicker washers go on the front edge, or the rear of the hydrofoil. Since 1968, west marine has grown to over 250 local stores, with knowledgeable associates happy to assist.
Made of flexible, high strength copolymer, the foils are rugged enough to stop porpoising and sidetoside movement. Hydrofoil stabilizers since 1998, iboats is the most trusted water lifestyle online store for boat parts and accessories, boats for sale, and forums. If the boat is not moving and i give it full throttle, then it jump right up of the. I have great pick up and top speed 52 mph however with learner skiers i cant go slow enough and have the boat on the plane and keep the kids happy. Quick and easy to install using drill, screwdriver and socket wrench. At the moment i am running a 23 pitch 3 blade prop. The crescentshaped planing surface funnels water flow for more thrust, control, drive safety and onboard comfort. The foil is way too thick to sandwich with a foil that caused alots of drag. Will fit larger hp, except mercury 40, 50, 60 4strokes. Who can tell me which is best, the boat it will go on is a 5. My boat is 200 miles away so i want to be prepared to install the foil without having to run for hardware. This hydrofoil was designed for engines from 8 to about 40 hp. This means you spend less time filling and more time on the water. Get the best selection of boating supplies and accessories in the country.
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