Boat Blog
Need for speed!
Posted by Web Master on
Does your boat seem slower? The two most common cause for loss of top end speed are prop and hull condition. 1. Check your hull- algae growth or build up will slow you down- you are dragging natures version of a shag carpet. Not only do you loose speed but fuel efficiency too. This is especially true for pontoon boats. 2. Prop condition- damaged prop blades, including bent blades are the biggest culprit for top end speed loss on bass boats. Don’t worry you don’t necessarily have to a purchase a new prop if this happens. Many props can be...