Gary N
New Member
- Oct 27, 2019
- 16
- Boat Info
- 380 AC
Garmin GPSMAP4212, Raypilot RP650
Mercury Ocean Runner RIB 10'. Tohatsu 20HP
- Engines
- CAT 3126TA
Here is an unusual extension to a 2000 SeaRay 380AC with CAT 3126TAs. It is about 30 inches long fore-aft and it covers the width of the transom from the outboard extremities of both prop pockets. it is installed with a 9 degree down angle in relation to the keel. There are also fixed trim tabs about 1 to 2 inch wide, molded in at the trailing edge that are about 30 degrees down. It appears to have been professionally installed, and to help getting on-plane. I am suspecting that this has a significant negative impact to the achievable WOT rpm, and on top speed, due to induced drag. There is no manufacturer's ID plate or part number anywhere to be seen. As the two SS struts connect the device to the bolt-on
swim platform, adding stress to the platform when planing, leads me to believe this is not Sea Ray design. The props are 24 x 27. The Sea Ray spec is 24 x 25. This does not help.
Has anyone seen anything like this? I am thinking of removing it.
Thanks for any input.
Has anyone seen anything like this? I am thinking of removing it.
Thanks for any input.