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Old 07-24-2005, 08:53 AM
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Twin outdrive handling
I have just upgraded to a twin engine I/O boat. Both props are standard RH turn. My question is what can I expect in the way of handling? Will I be able to spin the boat in place as counter rotating drives do?

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Old 07-28-2005, 07:58 AM
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Any twin engine boat will turn on its length. Put one engine in reverse and the other in forward. You'll probably notice it turns faster to port.
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Twin outdrive handling
Have you checked alignment of the two drives?The wakes of both drives should converge about two boat lengths behind.
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