Cody Norman
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Ok got a z7 with 150 pro xs and thinking about putting a 6in jackplate is this a good idea
Jackplates ?
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Scott Hammer TOXIC
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Totally depends on what you want it for. There are no downsides to a JP and there are a few benefits. Hyd or manual?
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Im looking at the JPL4500 Jackplate 6in manual mostly to help with bow lift and to help get it up and out of the water
THOMMO59
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I added a 6" Jackplate to my Z6 and the results were not quicker on the plane, but it planed out faster if that makes sense.
It rides a little better at WOT as the boat now sits further back on the pad by 6" when running.
I gained no more speed, nor did I lose any.
It looks cool.
I was able to raise my engine a little as well.
I did however have to add a holeshot plate to reduce the amount of backwash when pulling up. Because there is a 6" gap now between the transom and leg, the water forces up and into the well, the holeshot plate all but stopped this.
It rides a little better at WOT as the boat now sits further back on the pad by 6" when running.
I gained no more speed, nor did I lose any.
It looks cool.
I was able to raise my engine a little as well.
I did however have to add a holeshot plate to reduce the amount of backwash when pulling up. Because there is a 6" gap now between the transom and leg, the water forces up and into the well, the holeshot plate all but stopped this.
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