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Aquasport Model Rebuilds, Mods, Updates and Refreshes => Express Fisherman/ Walkaround/ Explorer Rebuilds => Topic started by: captaincahill8 on July 13, 2020, 10:39:36 AM

Title: 1981 246xf listing
Post by: captaincahill8 on July 13, 2020, 10:39:36 AM

I have noticed that my boat lists to starboard a bit at standstill as well as when under power. I am re adding trim tabs this fall to fix this when underway but anchored or on a mooring the boat seems to list. Im wondering if this is just from the design of the boat? As the helm and a majority of the wiring and such goes up that side.

I am thinking about maybe adding some ballast to the port side to assist with this but wanted to get others thoughts as well!

Title: Re: 1981 246xf listing
Post by: Capt. Bob on July 13, 2020, 01:03:11 PM

Here's a start. It's for a Genmar model but it gives some insight. Plus a few more.

http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=12393.msg125062#msg125062

http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=15231.msg149028#msg149028

http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=5617.msg37792#msg37792

http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=4938.msg31403#msg31403

Yes, you have a Hialeah hull which is slightly different in the in-hull drainage routes but the theory is the same. Hopefully you will get some ideas from these threads to help you look into the "why"

Good luck. :thumright:

Title: Re: 1981 246xf listing
Post by: captaincahill8 on July 13, 2020, 02:22:40 PM

Thank you Capt. Bob! I will do some more investigating, but the fix will most likely be to add some weight to the port side. Bilge seems to be fully dry as of now and I am getting the proper drainage but maybe not. Ill report back !