I have a 2008 330Express and would like to tow my inflatable. Suggestions, ideas, thought or land mines?
thx so much
thx so much
Towing 8’6” inflatable
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Yup. Fuel burn an issue. Only going to Cuttyhunk about 7 mi. I am sure I will need to back off my speed too.
Was speaking to Bill Baert the other day, and he was telling me he tows his 8'6" dingy from his 305 express all the time. Just have to have it tied off good, and go slow so the dink doesn't roll. He prefers towing his dingy vs a foldable in the cockpit, wants the cockpit space. I know a guy that towed a 19' CC with his hatt 48'. All doeable, just take your time.
Now that’s good news. I’ve been told to run the line out beyond the wake. Now the question motor up or down. I’ve heard both answers: one up for fuel savings and one down for tracking. Thoughts?
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idk how heavy your dinghy is but ....there was a guy at my dock with a 30 Pursuit express that put it on his bow to get where he was going.
Its doable, but not ideal. I tow a 10 ft hard bottom with my 305. We usually just go short distances <5 mi. A lot will depend on conditions, obviously you want it smooth as can be. As far as the engine goes, mine is a 15hp four stroke and its too much of a pita to take off. I have tried towing both with the engine up and with It down. but usually tilt it up. The best setup I have found is to use a tow line meant for pulling tubes behind the boat, its bright colored and it floats. It also tends to keep the dingy in a good tow position. Use a towing harness/bridle on the dingy helps too. I also have a line that goes between the stern cleats that I attach the tow line too for longer tows.