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    1979 hydrostream viking setback

    I am currently setting up a 18 foot viking. need help to figure proper jackplate setback. any help would be appreciated. my engine will be a 2.4 merc 200, thanks.

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    Im running just the jackplate, i think it gives about 5inch, seems to work fine for me. same hull and motor as you.
    Aquarius Aqua-Cat, 50hp tldi Tohatsu
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    viking setback

    thanks binger. i will try the 5 inch for sure. appreciare the info. how fast are you running with that combo? what size,type prop?

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    Lightbulb Set back...

    86 V-King YT.
    I'm running 8" setback with a 175 Merc and it just went 80 mph this weekend with a new prop.
    Nose cone is even with the pad.

    Good luck.
    Mac.

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    Need more info ........

    Here is what you need to tell me ...... What hull ( VEE or YT tunnel ) , where is the fuel tank , what is your use for the boat going to be ( speed or all around use ) , your weight , do you carry passengers alot .
    These are all factors in setting up a boat to run its best.

    Will be glad to help ..

    Jeff

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    more info

    jeff, the hull is a v,into about a 14 inch pad all the way to the transom. tank is in the back. my weight is 320. not intending to be all out racing, but a good hole shot. isometimes race a few friends but i always get my ass kicked.(had a bass rig before) then i bought this hydrostream and i am setting it all up for mostly cruising, but want to be able to finally kick a little ass myself. it is coming along good so far, just want to get setup as close as possible. thanks

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    OK

    Well that being noted you would probably want to be in the 6-7" range. If you are setting it up for mostly cruzzinn with a bit of top end in mind. You being 320 + the addition of a passenger ........ 7" is probably right-on. Your gearcase should have a CLE or a nose cone of some sort on it to really get it up there and keep good water pressure. Remember to rigg or have some one rigg it with all/most of your equipment ( trim pumps , jack pump if required , batterie , fuel pump ... etc etc ) on the port side to add in counteracting your weight.
    Time spent doing it right now will only give you more time on the water. Steering , rigging , jackplate height ...... etc ....... etc !!

    Jeff

    PS .. feel free to ask !!!

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    viking setback

    thanks for the info,jeff. i will try that combo and then post results when done. thanks again.

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    Around here,

    most of the V-king's use a jackplate with 4-6 inches setback, and a good starting point is to level the propshaft with the drainplug. which also means you need to make sure you have low water pickups. With a good 2.4 on a v-king you should be able to see 80's conservatively if set up right. ~GB
    Just remember! Its always easier to beg for forgiveness than ask for permission!

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