I herd about a plate that directs water into the impeller...

[Speedstermike]

A neighbor told me that i shud be able to find a plate that will help direct water into the hole/ tube where the impeller is. Like
http://www.jet-dynamics.com/index.html

Does anybody know where i can find a scoop plate for a 1996 speedster ?

Im having cavitation issues and am looking at all options.

 

[Dr Honda]

It's called a top loader intake, and they are great for heavy chop. BUT.... They WILL scrub a few MPH off your top speed because of more drag. AND... they really don't do anything for the sport boats since you very rarely unload the pump.

Because of that... no one makes it for your boat.

 

[Speedstermike]

Dang. Sounded like a easier fix for acceleration and helping with cavitation under heavy loads. Thank you dr. Honda

 

[BoLongo]

On a boat, you want trim tabs or a single trim tab between dual pumps. The trim tabs will help you plane quicker and in rough water will push the bow down making for a smoother ride.

I am still deciding on how to install a trim tab on my Challenger 1800. I am leaning towards a single trim tab between the pumps, just not sure about the shape of the trim tab.

Angled or finned

 

[Speedstermike]

Thank you bo. What do yall think of ride plate extension ?

 

[Dr Honda]

If you have cavitation on heavy accell... then look at your carbon seal. I'm guessing you are sucking a little air past it.

 

[Speedstermike]

Dr Honda thank you. Bo also. You have helped with many of my questions. Im taking my boat in to my repair guy tomorrow.