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06-02-2010, 09:23 AM #51
I appreciate that input. It's obvious that the old speedos are almost useless at that speed. I was primarily trying to figure it out by feel, sound and watching the wake. The next time we try, I'll have the GPS in the boat and maybe even some real bags to get some consistent weight and configuration. It gives me something to do when ski conditions are less than stellar, though the gas really gets sucked through dragging around all that weight.
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06-02-2010, 09:24 AM #52
At least you're only dragging it at 10 MPH. Then again, the boat's a lot more efficient when it's planed off.
My Mom said I'm not allowed to get wet!
2008 LSV (sold)
2000 Outback LS (sold)
LLTR!!!!!!!!
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06-02-2010, 09:26 AM #53Sled491 Guest
You to be honest I'm not sure just how much more fuel I use surfing. Skiing, full throttle for outs for full grown men, 34 - 36 mph runs. Surf, light touch on the throttle for the up even with me, slow easy runs. I'm not positive but I think I use about the same.
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06-02-2010, 12:43 PM #54
Let's face it - we're not in it for the gas mileage or we'd be doing neither
Who cares.............have fun either way !!
2007 Moomba Outback - going, going, GONE
2015 "NOT A MOOMBA"
Why Not? Play Hard! Get wet
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08-22-2017, 11:33 AM #55Junior Member
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07-11-2020, 12:26 AM #56Junior Member
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Hello all,
Sorry if I am asking a repeated question. My boys have been hot on surfing and I am not in the market for a new boat right now so I got some ballasts for my 2006 Direct Drive Outback (310 Carb Indmar). My bags take us to the weight limit and I am very careful to stay below it, but wondering if there is any concern about the engine or anything I need to be cautious of for it? We are loading the surf side with a 500 and the back under the seat with another 500 will the listing cause a problem with enough oil in the pan to protect the engine correctly?
Thanks so much for any advice and stay safe all.