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Graphite Myths
Sam Hemp told me once that he started using graphite on the bottoms becasue it is simply a step you skip later on by adding clear coat or varnish after the epoxy.
As for speed advantage... in racing conditions I have not seen any significant changes. In testing with and without, maybe a slight change. I could make more differences in pounding a prop on the trailer hitch than the graphite made.
Pops67G - Yes, you seem to float around a lot.. lol !! I prefer to have a very small amount of the rear end of the boat in the water, it handles much better for my applications. Another factor is the weight of th eengine difference. A typical 850CCMH OMC 3 Cyl with racing tower and gearbox will weigh in between 130 - 150 pounds. I really like some stability when she decides to dance.
Sam Hemp told me once that he started using graphite on the bottoms becasue it is simply a step you skip later on by adding clear coat or varnish after the epoxy.
As for speed advantage... in racing conditions I have not seen any significant changes. In testing with and without, maybe a slight change. I could make more differences in pounding a prop on the trailer hitch than the graphite made.
Pops67G - Yes, you seem to float around a lot.. lol !! I prefer to have a very small amount of the rear end of the boat in the water, it handles much better for my applications. Another factor is the weight of th eengine difference. A typical 850CCMH OMC 3 Cyl with racing tower and gearbox will weigh in between 130 - 150 pounds. I really like some stability when she decides to dance.
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