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leans to port 14 years 4 months ago #14101

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I have a 65 starcraft bahama with a 65 merc on it.The problem is at higher speeds it lists to port if I turn to starboard she levels out. Got any thoughts or ideas.Thanks Steve

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Re:leans to port 14 years 4 months ago #14102

check the motor's trim tab adjust if necessary & inspect hull bottom for a hook

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Re: leans to port 14 years 4 months ago #14107

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It may have to do with the torque from the motor at higher speeds. Lots of smaller boats run into the same issue.

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Re:leans to port 14 years 4 months ago #14113

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Thanks Ill try to adjust the trim tab also I did notice a small indentation from a bunk on the starboard side.

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Re:leans to port 14 years 4 months ago #14114

I did notice a small indentation from a bunk on the starboard side


that may in fact be your issue

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Re: leans to port 14 years 4 months ago #14124

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Steve G. I have a 1965 Starcraft DelRay with a 65 hp Merc on it ......does the same thing with just me in the boat. Would really like to see some pics of your boat. You can find in my profile under "My Boats" pages 1....2.....3
Pete a.k.a. DelRay

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Re:leans to port 14 years 4 months ago #14170

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Re:leans to port 14 years 4 months ago #14201

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Steve
If your trying to post pictures you may have to "Re Size" them to a smaller pic.
Pete

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Re:leans to port 14 years 4 months ago #14213

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I left you a comment on the Nickle City web site on the last picture of the floor you were removing!

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