Fuel Type

[TRD]

Is there a problem w/ using Leaded Fuel (approx 108 octane racing fuel) in an older boat. There is no ethonal in this fuel. I wouldn't use it straight, I would mix about 1/2 and 1/2 or a little less. What do you guys think?

[NICKYPOO]

I love the smell of Race Gas!

[lohe]

The octane might be a bit high and cause some irregular driving conditions.

[ajholt7]

Leaded fuel burns cooler. I am no expert but I don't see a problem. No advantage either.

[chpthril]

No issue with the lead itself, as it just act as a lubricant for the top end, but with that high of an octane, it may not run very well. It takes a ton of heat to burn that level of octane.

Sta-Bile makes an additive to combat the side effects of ethanol, I would stick to the correct octane and use a bottle of additive about once a month or so.

[TRD]

No issue with the lead itself, as it just act as a lubricant for the top end, but with that high of an octane, it may not run very well. It takes a ton of heat to burn that level of octane.

Sta-Bile makes an additive to combat the side effects of ethanol, I would stick to the correct octane and use a bottle of additive about once a month or so.

I have been using Marine Stabil in my gas and still do. BUT, this is free and I can get about 10 gals to use on a wkend. We used 9 - 5 gal cans over the Memorial day wkend. I just wanted to make sure it wouldn't hurt anything. If I am mixing it, this should bring the octane down correct?

We need to get out on the water, the brick in the front helps my wake a lot. I think I got it dialed in.

[Fit to be Tige]

I have been using Marine Stabil in my gas and still do. BUT, this is free and I can get about 10 gals to use on a wkend. We used 9 - 5 gal cans over the Memorial day wkend. I just wanted to make sure it wouldn't hurt anything. If I am mixing it, this should bring the octane down correct?

We need to get out on the water, the brick in the front helps my wake a lot. I think I got it dialed in.

Doesn't the weight in front make the bow go under even easier? Where else and how much weight do you have? Any pics you could post or send over?

[TRD]

Doesn't the weight in front make the bow go under even easier? Where else and how much weight do you have? Any pics you could post or send over?

YES IT DOES! I got a 155# brick and put it between the walkway. We notice if we keep it towards the driver and not to the front the wake gets better. I have been running about 1000# in the back w/ 3-4 peeps, but we have a guy at work who is about 380# easy. So I ask him if he would come out and be some movable ballast . I learn a good bit that day. Worked great.

I will add that Chptril showed me some trips about how to avoid the waves after the rider goes down and that helped a bunch. The only time it is a problem is if the lake has a lot of people out in the area.

[Fit to be Tige]

YES IT DOES! I got a 155# brick and put it between the walkway. We notice if we keep it towards the driver and not to the front the wake gets better. I have been running about 1000# in the back w/ 3-4 peeps, but we have a guy at work who is about 380# easy. So I ask him if he would come out and be some movable ballast . I learn a good bit that day. Worked great.

I will add that Chptril showed me some trips about how to avoid the waves after the rider goes down and that helped a bunch. The only time it is a problem is if the lake has a lot of people out in the area.

So the only non-people ballast you have is the brick?

[TRD]

So the only non-people ballast you have is the brick?

No, I have a 320# bag under the back seat (filled to about 250 or so) and (2) 400# sacs on top of each other then the 155# brick in the walkway. Then about 600# of peeps. Usually 3 guys and 3 girls and a 10 yr old. Guys always sit on the back seat or deck, we weight move and are willing to fetch the rope and stuff.

[Fit to be Tige]

No, I have a 320# bag under the back seat (filled to about 250 or so) and (2) 400# sacs on top of each other then the 155# brick in the walkway. Then about 600# of peeps. Usually 3 guys and 3 girls and a 10 yr old. Guys always sit on the back seat or deck, we weight move and are willing to fetch the rope and stuff.

Wow. That seems like a ton of weight. Do you have any pics of how low your boat rides and how big the wake is? Your swim platform must be under water?

Sorry to highjack the thread... I could reply in one of the ballast discussions or PM you.

[TRD]

Wow. That seems like a ton of weight. Do you have any pics of how low your boat rides and how big the wake is? Your swim platform must be under water?

Sorry to highjack the thread... I could reply in one of the ballast discussions or PM you.

I don't have any pictures here, but I do at home. The platform is under water (easy to get up on) and the water is right below the rub rail. The problem is lately is if I have 3 big guys in the back corner the water will come in the boat right over the side. This has helped us learn about where to put weight. If the people will sit on the back seat but on the non weighted side it helps the wake out. I just got a new prop this year also.

[Fit to be Tige]

I don't have any pictures here, but I do at home. The platform is under water (easy to get up on) and the water is right below the rub rail. The problem is lately is if I have 3 big guys in the back corner the water will come in the boat right over the side. This has helped us learn about where to put weight. If the people will sit on the back seat but on the non weighted side it helps the wake out. I just got a new prop this year also.

Wow. Tough for me to imagine being that low in the water. I would love to see the pics. Please post when you get a chance. Thanks!

[TRD]

Wow. Tough for me to imagine being that low in the water. I would love to see the pics. Please post when you get a chance. Thanks!

no problem. Hopefully next wkend. Wanted to go out in the morning but couldn't get 3-4 to go. Everybody is busy this wkend.

[lohe]

Ya I would also like to see pics of your weight setup I have found it hard to get good placement of weight on my boat.