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Old 03-20-2018, 07:26 PM   #17
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I added a ton of lead at the stern, had less than an inch of change in the waterline at the stern, negligible change at the bow. Also no discernible difference in ride or speed.
Concluded that it was a poorly thought out and expensive experiment.
Should have done preliminary test with water, it’s free!
Wound up with the lead in the engine room, low and center, for slightly less roll.
Currently packing sack concrete around the lead, just enough to keep it from shifting.
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