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| here's some related reading...enjoy!
Driving a performance boat:
http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CFPage?CMID=&objec...
Props:
http://sites.mercurymarine.com/portal/page?_pageid=126,48572,126_49...
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| When I got my 2060 with the 250 Verado from Zach I had the same problem.
After looking in the front battery compartment and finding a big bag of sand,
which I removed, I took her out for the first time and got the same hop you
guys are discussing. I put the bag of sand back in the 3rd battery compartment,
and as someone said, learned how to drive it and have had no problem since.
This boat works the best if you leave it trimmed down until you have her about
40 mph and then start trimming up. As you get used to doing this it gets to be and
automatic thing that happens simultaneously. Then just sit back and enjoy.
I also noticed that if I trim down before I pull the throttle back it settles down in the water wwithout hopping.
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| What excactly causes porpising/bow hop? |
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| i added 2 anchors and a bag of misc weight to the front storage compartment, topped off the gas tank, and was amazed at the difference. it planes quicker, and runs much much smoother, easily cutting across wakes, etc., and could still run upper 50s without trying hard. having the boat run steady even at high speed is a very good feeling.
adding weight up front helped a TON, so will my new Hi-5 prop when it arrives which should provide more lift in back. it clearly takes a little work and experimentation, but once you get the weight balanced properly for your configuration it'll balance nicely on the pad and run right.
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| Ive been really wanting an 1890GC for next year ,,But after reading the last posts, Im not sure if I want to spend 35K+ for a boat I have to put sand bags in and also hope the dealer puts the motor in the right hole with the right prop!!! It seems that somethings amiss here...Please someone clear this up for me...... |
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Posts: 1991
| What kind of boat do you have now? |
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| Every boat in the world needs to be rigged properly to run correctly.
Also, there is absolutely no need to ballast the bow of the 1890. It only needs the correct prop and the engine mounted at the proper height to achieve optimum performance. |
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Location: Rhinelander | I'm having my 1890 GC dual Console rigged right now by Mr. Marine in Fond du Lac. I'll post how she runs as soon as I get her on the water. One hole up with a 23 pitch high 5, she ought to be perfect. |
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| Worried - 7/16/2007 2:40 PM
Ive been really wanting an 1890GC for next year ,,But after reading the last posts, Im not sure if I want to spend 35K+ for a boat I have to put sand bags in and also hope the dealer puts the motor in the right hole with the right prop!!! It seems that somethings amiss here...Please someone clear this up for me......
every boat manufacture has different boat set ups , every boat handles different, hop over to the some of the bass boat sites. When you get into the high performance hulls they are just that, I came from a Lund and after a bit of time behind the wheel I love my 1890 |
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| I have had a large number of people in my 1890, as I run a guide business. The one comment I hear over and over again is "I can't believe how smooth this boat rides." The 1890 hull is one of the best rides I have ever been in bar none. I just sold mine and ordered another one, how is that for an endorsement.
All that being said, I can get my boat to porpoise or hop or whatever you want to call it on demand. It is a hull that needs to be driven not just throttle and go. If you over trim it to early it will hop, if you wait until the boat gets out of the water and up to about 35mph to start trimming it, you shouldn't have a single issue. Driven properly it is the best running boat I have ever been in, and I have been in alot of them.
I am running a 200 Suzi on mine with a 3x16x23 prop. I carry no sandbags, no anchors, no extra weight of any kind. The only weight in my front storages are tools and lifejackets. Use your trim switch properly and you will be fine. |
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| 1700GT,,Just love it..But want biger for mainly for Mille Lacs,,, |
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| Where do you live, Worried? We'll get you in a boat, and you'll be able to experience how well these boats perform. If you are looking at a GT, then we'll get you in Steve's, or Justin's. |
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| You could always call me, I have the 1890 and get get you a ride. Mine is an 06' and is set to go on the market soon (cheap I might add)
612-232-7188 is my cell number, give me a call and we can set a test run if you would like. |
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| If you are in Northern WI I also can get you a ride. The one I am in currently is sold, but will have it for a couple of weeks yet.
If you want a ride in an '08 I will have it sometime in August.
email - [email protected]
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Location: Stevens Point, WI | My 1760DW is always open for a ride also if your in the Eagle River area at all. |
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| I have had a cmc elec-hydr jackplate on my last 5 boats. The current one is a 05 2060 dc it allows you to adapt to any condition and eliminate porposing , fixes hole shot no matter how much weight you do or do not have in your boat . But as was said by others it still takes some seat time to learn how to use it. I will never own another outboard wheel boat without a adjustible jackplate it is the best $700 you can spend on your boat.  |
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| Thanks for all the help and offers for test rides..Im looking for the boat that fits just right for my retirment which isnt to to far off (34mos. but whos counting!). Im in northern Wi. Ive think Ive got it down to a 1760GC or 1890GC so Im tring to do a lot of homework on the boats,,,Im looking to buy in the fall or early next spring. Ill be in contact with you guys for the test rides .....Thanks ,,Eric Maley/Danbury Wi... |
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| Eric...give me a call or email.
i spent 5 summers working in Danbury and usually get up there to fish Lake 26 at least one time in the fall.
(608) 844-1382
[email protected]
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| I really don't have any experiences with the 1890. But I have spent a lot of time in a 1760, so if you have any questions I'd be happy to answer them. You can pm me here on the site or e-mail me at [email protected] |
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