If everyone had the attitude that you do, we wouldn't have GPS (for those
who can't navigate well enough) sounders (for those who can't throw a
tallow-filled leadline well enough) or hydraulic steering (for those too
weak to turn the wheel). I disagree totally that a bow thruster can't be
used on a small I/O. There are currently units available to fit virtually
any sized boat. They are relatively easy to retrofit, too.

"Steve" wrote in message
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"Ghoti" wrote in message
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Installing a bow thruster can help immensely if you find you can't "get
it."
Ghoti


I have a small single engine inboard/outboard cruiser which is


As may be seen the OP is in regards to a 'small I/O cruiser..

It would be inappropriate and impactical to put a bow thruster on such a
shallow draft boat..

IMHO, as bow thruster is to compensate for poor boat handling skills.

Steve
s/v Good Intentions





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