SoCal Jet Boats
Tech Talk => Hulls => Topic started by: Chad89GT on February 25, 2015, 12:57:07 PM
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Posted this in my project thread but that probably wasn't the best place to put it. Looking for input on which of these hulls might be a better choice for what I'm trying to do. Let me preface this by saying choices on hulls here in Hawaii is very limited which is why these are the 2 I'm comparing. I already have the '78 but haven't gotten too far on it yet.
Use: Mainly a fun ski boat for the family. Seating for 5 is a must. Occasionally I'd like to open it up and try to hit a decent speed in excess of 60 MPH (without kids). I'm building a mild Olds that I'm hoping will put down a touch over 400hp.
My main concern is hull design. The bottoms are noticeably different. I know neither is the greatest but does anyone know if either is considered "better" ? I've read the Tahitis can have stability issues so that's a concern. If one is known to be more stable I'd rather build that hull even if it costs a little more. Reason I'm even contemplating the swap is that the '72 is MUCH farther along than the '78.
Couple of lousy pics for reference... appreciate any input people have.
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