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It finally hit me.
On Thu, 14 Aug 2003 22:04:15 -0700 (PDT), (Thom
Stewart) wrote:
Barb,
otn is on the right track. Some vessels are real pigs in reverse. I have
problems when I have the Folding prop because I have to hit high RPM to
get the blades to open.
When I back out of the Slip, I hold the stern in place with the stern
line until I start to make sternway then I throtle back. Remember You
have a neutral gear. Use it to correct sternwalk, once you get some way.
Use reverse in short pulses and correct in neutral allowing for the next
stern walk under power. KEEP RPM LOW, correct in neutal, curse that cut
away stern and prop and keep trying
Ole Thom
I think your approach is their best bet, Thom. My boat has an offset
prop shaft tot he port side with a right turning prop designed to
neutralize prop walk. For the most part, it does an admirable job,
but I will admit that backing is a bit different until there is enough
speed to maneuver. If prop walk is a problem, shifting to neutral is
the best remedy. Some boats are much worse than others, though
Mine is great once I get up to speed.
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