Actually replacing the rating plate by the Manufacturer is relatively
common. The boat may be rated by the CG at a 150 based on the formula but
the Manufacturer normally puts a 130 rating for safety, insurance, or
whatever reason. (I know in one case they used a lower rating to try and
keep the price down since most people will want the max rated hp and they
could put a 140 instead of a 150 on the boat to price it cheaper).
However, the dealer can request the higher rating plate if he wants to.
Nothing illegal about it as the boat is rated by the CG for that. CG does
not go to the dealer plant and actually attach the rating plate.

As for the list, my guess is your not used to the amount of v this boat has
and if you don't have the weight centered/balanced - your going to get some
list even under power. Tabs will solve the problem or try and balance the
weight more.

--
Tony
my boats and cars at http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com

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"trainfan1" wrote in message
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Shortwave Sportfishing wrote:



Sorry, can't be done. Once the factory sticker is in place, it cannot
be altered in any way or removed. It's in the CFR's. The
manufacturer certifies the design criteria which the CG reviews and
approves, but once it's in place, that's it - can't do anything to it.
In addition, if there is a Canadian sticker on it, you can't remove or
alter that in any way either.


Later,

Tom

The next years identical boat may have different ratings. The Offshore 17
DSC was introduced with a 90 hp rating, was later a 115hp rating. The same
thing with one of the Switzers too(I think the 17'), was a 150hp, then
200hp rating.

But I have never heard of going over or replacing USCG plates after the
boat was built.

Rob