help identifying inverted vee modified sea sled

[Steve Morrison]

I bought a 4 metre fibreglass over ply inverted vee boat a couple of years ago. Built professionally around 2000. Previously it had been modified with a gentler vee. I think somehow it hadn't been successful in its original form. Looked as though it had been sitting around for a few years.
There was rot in the outboard bracket so have replaced with an alloy pod. I also bought a 25hp 4 stroke Yamaha to go on it. My idea was to place the prop further back to get into cleaner water. I haven't had a chance to finish setting up as I am now living and working in Hobart. My boat is at my home in New Zealand. I will try and load some photos...

 

[Steve Morrison]

 

[Steve Morrison]

NB pod is on upside down in order to get maximum depth on prop..and can be turned over to raise motor as trial continues..but not yet .

 

[Steve Morrison]

Hi, you can email me brian@gladstonesheds.com.au but please don’t give my email to Donald T.

Hi I've just posted some pics of my inverted vee boat for discussion.

 

[Steve Morrison]

So Wurlyfish, I tried starting a conversation with you but the system wouldn't let me. But I'd love to hear what you've learned.

Hi have a look at my one...its an interesting project...currenty on hold in the shed!

 

[Mr Efficiency]

I take it you have never water tested it ?

 

[DogCavalry]

Hi have a look at my one...its an interesting project...currenty on hold in the shed!

That is interesting indeed! I am intrigued by what the designer did in the forward tunnel. Like Dave Gerr's Interdictor.

 

[Mr Efficiency]

My first impression is that it has been shortened.

 

[DogCavalry]

Ah. I think you're right Mr E. The tunnel is still showing at the transon, and she looks tall for her length.