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Old 08-21-2014, 01:44 PM   #55
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Originally Posted by Capt.Bill11 View Post
Actually we filled it with 31,175 pounds of fuel. Why?
Adding 31,175 pounds of fuel to the stern (or bow or one side) of a boat will surely change the handling and waterline unless it's a very big boat.

More important is to remember that that 31,175 pounds of fuel will be reduced as the boat is operated and could reach a few hundred pounds before it is replaced. This means that the boat will never be consistent in its handling or attitude.

Fuel (or water) is best carried as near to the center of the boat as possible.
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