Capt. Mooron wrote:
"otnmbrd" wrote in message


When anchoring, always try to have at least 1-2k of sternway (backing at
1800 seems excessive, but waddahey, whatever works).


Okay.. many times I only take it to 1500rpm. :-)

I'm turning a 13" screw with a 19# to a 30hp diesel on a 30ft Crab Crusher.
I'll hold for 30 seconds to range then ease down to neutral so the boat
doesn't surge ahead on the rode and Bob's your Uncle.

CM

G This is why I say "whatever works". Each boat, set of conditions,
equipment, operator, will be apt to require a different approach .....
makes it hard to give "hard and fast" advice, or state that a particular
approach is not good.

otn