Pulling to the left - Challenger 1800

[kilgorekb]

While holding the steering wheel to right at about 60 degrees, boat moves along 12 o'clock axis while bow is pointing toward 11 o'clock. This happens both at idle speed and high speed, with both engines at same RPM. Very difficult to load on trailer when it won't go the direction it's pointed. It was like sliding into home plate with a hard right at the last second.

I've read through other threads trying to get an idea. Just checked nozzle alignment and they are aligned with each other. Can someone clarify what I should check next?

What changed since last outing? I cleaned the RAVEs.

 

[Dr Honda]

Sounds like your Starbord engine is pushing harder.

Check both pumps, for wear/damage... but... I tell this to all the guys with twin engine boats... there isn't a rule that says the throttles have to be together. So... pull the power back on the starboard engine, and you wont' fight the "Pull". (That's why they give you separate throttles)

 

[kilgorekb]

I just looked up in there, and I don't see anything that looks bad. I probably wouldn't know the difference though. Anything else I can check?

 

[kilgorekb]

Well on 2nd thought, I did notice that 1 side had that blue shaft protector. I extends out from the hull about 4 inches... whereas other pics I've seen, the protector was flush with the hull. Is it supposed to be flush or is it supposed to extend out from the hull?