Jack Plates 101

catfishtonyd · 09-16-04, 07:10 PM

I don't think there is any set formular for how much set back you need. Â*It's more a factor of the hull design than anything else. Â*I've never had one with more than a 6" setback, but have seen them with as much as 12". Â*Generally speaking, the faster a hull design, the more setback you can use. Â*Keep in mind that some hulls are not designed for any setback, and it can void your warranty. Â*I've never talked to a manufacturer Â*that would recomend any setback. Â*They'll all tell you that you don't need it. Â*Well that's right. Â*You don't NEED it. Â*That's not to say it won't help.

What type hull are you running and what size engine?

You probably will need to replace the steering and throttle/shift cables unless the ones you have are too long already. The further back you set the engine, the more likely it is that that will be true.

09-16-04, 07:10 PM	#7
catfishtonyd BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Posts: 0	Re: Jack Plates 101 I don't think there is any set formular for how much set back you need. ÂIt's more a factor of the hull design than anything else. ÂI've never had one with more than a 6" setback, but have seen them with as much as 12". ÂGenerally speaking, the faster a hull design, the more setback you can use. ÂKeep in mind that some hulls are not designed for any setback, and it can void your warranty. ÂI've never talked to a manufacturer Âthat would recomend any setback. ÂThey'll all tell you that you don't need it. ÂWell that's right. ÂYou don't NEED it. ÂThat's not to say it won't help. What type hull are you running and what size engine? You probably will need to replace the steering and throttle/shift cables unless the ones you have are too long already. The further back you set the engine, the more likely it is that that will be true.

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