True Draft Figures

[Forever Mates]

Can anyone tell me the true draft measurements of my 1996 270 Dancer with single 7.4. My manual says 43" with drive down but web site says 36" with drive down. 43" seems awful deep to me but who can help me?. Thanks. I will measure in the fall after haul out but with the low water levels here in Canada I need a figure.

 

[moparlvr4406]

I would err to the deep side ...

 

[Bucit]

I would err to the deep side ...

I agree but I would bet the 36"s is more like it.

 

[MonacoMike]

I would go by the original brochure on the Sea Ray archives site.

MM

 

[Nodrog]

With my drive all the way down I turn up mud when I am in 3 ft of water. I try not to go in below 3.5 to 4 feet without trimming the unit up. Prop repair or replacing can get costly.

Gordon

 

[KC_Sundancer]

Can anyone tell me the true draft measurements of my 1996 270 Dancer with single 7.4. My manual says 43" with drive down but web site says 36" with drive down. 43" seems awful deep to me but who can help me?. Thanks. I will measure in the fall after haul out but with the low water levels here in Canada I need a figure.

A single draws more than twins with the engine sitting lower in the boat. 43" sounds about right for a single big block. :huh:

 

[Chris Nowell]

I'd jump in the water and measure it while it's still summer out. Then you'll know for sure.

 

[Jackie J V]

Low water levels? We're up 13" vs a year ago...

 

[Forever Mates]

Thank You the most helpful info I,ve had yet

 

[Forever Mates]

Thanks KC more than helpful