TOPIC: Ballast in bow of Westfield

Ballast in bow of Westfield 7 years 2 months ago #134113

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My 1964 Westfield is equipped with 85 hp Merc. The boat flies. Looking at pictures of boat, I am concerned that too much of the front of the boat is out of the water. What would you recommend for ballast and approximately how much weight. One friend suggested placing sandbags in bow. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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Ballast in bow of Westfield 7 years 2 months ago #134171

davnau6345 Offline Expert Boarder Posts: 376 Karma: 41 Thank you received: 12	That boat was rated for 70HP, so yeah, it flies. Sandbags would work, but try putting the trim pin in a spot to trim the motor so it's tucked in a bit closer to the transom. That alone would help a lot. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
	Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation. Dave Nau - 1966 MFG Niagara with 1963 Mercury 350 (35hp) outboard and 1966 Tee Nee trailer. Second boat is a 1962 MFG Edinboro with a 1984 Evinrude 70hp and Holsclaw trailer.

Ballast in bow of Westfield 7 years 1 month ago #134190

Tjcr Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 39 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	Thanks Dave. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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