Two of the hottest and supposedly technologically advanced hydrofoils are the Stealth and the XRIII made by StingRay (??). I'm inquiring if anyone has used either of these on there Nitro Bass rig and had any problems. I'm wanting to buy one of these to try on my NX882 w/ 150 XR Mercury but having problems deciding on which one. I emailed the company which told me I should go with the Stealth over the XRIII but was not inclusive as to the reason why like I had asked. I was under the impression that the XRIII was the lastest technological design with its more downwardly curved outer wings/fins supposedly directing more of the prop wash in a straight rearward path instead of letting it fan out thus loosing some of the thrust of propulsion. What the manufacturer didn't elaborate on was why the Stealth design was the better choice for me.
I have read many testimonials confirming its benefits including the no drilling required (with a few that had mounting errors(?) ending with their hydrofoil sinking to the bottom the lake) I would probably bolt mine on like many have after reading what could happen if someone didn't make sure of the fit and/or mount it properly. With a 40gal tank and 300-450lbs of extra passenger weight (just during fun boating, not fishing) it should save me gas by helping it plane out faster and keeping my passenger's eyes from popping out, plus stop the porpusing that happens from time to time when trying to cruise at slower speeds.
Anyway, tell me which one you used and why (hopefully on your Merc 150 XR or similar make and size), how the fit was to your lower unit and any other factual findings that you had or someone you know. Thanks in advance.
Nitro Jo
I have read many testimonials confirming its benefits including the no drilling required (with a few that had mounting errors(?) ending with their hydrofoil sinking to the bottom the lake) I would probably bolt mine on like many have after reading what could happen if someone didn't make sure of the fit and/or mount it properly. With a 40gal tank and 300-450lbs of extra passenger weight (just during fun boating, not fishing) it should save me gas by helping it plane out faster and keeping my passenger's eyes from popping out, plus stop the porpusing that happens from time to time when trying to cruise at slower speeds.
Anyway, tell me which one you used and why (hopefully on your Merc 150 XR or similar make and size), how the fit was to your lower unit and any other factual findings that you had or someone you know. Thanks in advance.
Nitro Jo