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    Gearcase Question for Drag Racers

    Skeg fractured on 15" Sportmaster Gearcase during testing last weekend. See attached photograph. Running on a Mirage Quartermaster with 300 Drag (turning a 24" Yamaha).

    The fracture was NOT a consequence of hitting anything under the surface. Rather, the prior owner did some "notch work" on the trailing edge which may have created a weak point that finally cracked after about 8 race seasons.

    My questions:

    - Has too much of the skeg been broken off for any potential reshaping and reuse?

    - If so, are there any reputable service providers that have had success with repairing Sportmaster skegs that have had similar damage?

    Thanks for any responses.






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    Find a good CLE housing. Much better casting.. That will never hold up after welding.
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    Quote Originally Posted by BuddyRoe View Post
    Find a good CLE housing. Much better casting.. That will never hold up after welding.
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    The case is junk for a boat that is surfacing the prop.

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