coria1atexecpc.com wrote:
You should do the
calculationns and be sure you have a minimum 40 percent reserve as you do
not want to go below 1/4 tank (this will allow the sediment in your tank to
suspend if there are any waves adn can plug you r fuel filters very
quickly).


It's a very good idea to do the 'homework' and draw up a speed/fuel
consumption curve for your boat, and also have a good idea about the
speed/range capability. I'm surprised at how few people do this, yet
blithely take off on cruises.

Wayne.B wrote:
Good advice on the fuel check. It's not a bad idea to replace the
filter in advance, and carry a spare just in case.

"A spare?" We carry an even dozen!


... If the wind does
kick up while you're on the open lake you will find yourself running
at 6 or 7 knots and threading your way between the waves. In addition
to being tedious and a lot slower, you will also be burning more fuel.

That's a good point. Headwinds and any kind of sea reduce the range
significantly... although, if you have to run slower, you could drop to
a more efficient speed and actually see better fuel efficiency!

Fair Skies
Doug King

On Wed, 26 May 2004 10:05:50 -0400, DSK wrote:

if you have to run slower, you could drop to
a more efficient speed and actually see better fuel efficiency!

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My experience with running small boats in big waves is that it's more
like driving in heavy traffic where you are on and off the throttle a
lot, and spinning your wheels so to speak.

Wayne.B wrote:
My experience with running small boats in big waves is that it's more
like driving in heavy traffic where you are on and off the throttle a
lot, and spinning your wheels so to speak.

Ah so... makes sense.

DSK