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Old 06-17-09, 08:12 PM   #1
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Got the motors swaped out today on the Laser but noticed something on the Johnson in the process. The fin under the prop that's pointed straight down is broken off. I think it's called the skeg but not sure. How bad is that, and what would I have to do to fix it? I must have broken it off the last time I had the Pro Craft on the water. Didn't even know I had broke it. Any help or ideas would be greatly appreciated. DJ
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Old 06-17-09, 08:14 PM   #2
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take it to a shop and have them weld another one on for ya. that simple. not really a problem anymore i don't think.
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Old 06-17-09, 10:53 PM   #3
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you can buy a new one.. they just bolt in...


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Old 06-18-09, 01:31 PM   #4
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"Skeguard" I have one on my boat and they are great and simple to install!!
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Old 06-18-09, 04:25 PM   #5
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Thanks guys. I found a few online. I think I will go with the bolt on skeg guard.
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Old 06-18-09, 04:27 PM   #6
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A friend told me that I would need a Hydrofoil on my boat. He claims it will increase fuel milage. What are your thoughts on this subject?
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Old 06-18-09, 04:53 PM   #7
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http://bassfishin.com/bassfishingfor...highlight=foil

This should answer your questions about hydrofoils, as spoken by someone who really, really knows what he's doing: 1FastLaser. If that thread doesn't clear it up, just do a search for "hydrofoil" or just "foil" and see what you come up with.
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Old 06-18-09, 05:38 PM   #8
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your friend's and idiot...hydrofoils are a frikkin band aid... find the right prop you wont need one...
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Old 06-20-09, 11:59 AM   #9
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Thats what I thought Zooker but didn't want to stick my foot in my mouth.
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Old 06-22-09, 06:54 AM   #10
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A friend told me that I would need a Hydrofoil on my boat. He claims it will increase fuel milage. What are your thoughts on this subject?
NO! NO! and did I mention NO
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