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Rev. 07142020
STEP 7(a): HULL PAD ALIGNMENT (V
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HULL ONLY)
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V Center Cross Beam
Before installing the hull pads, it is important to determine the bunk spacing: how far apart the hull pads should be
mounted on the cross beams. To calculate the proper spacing, refer to the table below. Consult your boat manufactur-
er for dead rise information.
How to Use the Bunk Value Table
The chart shows pad separation and max dead rise angle to maintain
1”
minimum clearance to the cross channel
listed top to bottom.
Aligning the Hull Pads
Place the hull pads as wide as possible while maintaining clearance between the hull and cross beam. Be sure to
check the boat, boat trailer, or consult the boat manufacturer to ensure the location is clear of underwater obstruc-
tions, such as speedometer sensors, water pickups, fins, etc. The hull pads can be placed on the lift so that the front
is narrower than the rear if needed. If you do this, verify that the hull pad does not cross a stake or other feature on
the hull that would result in a concentrated loading condition. The chart below is based on the dead rise angle and
separation distance and is provided as a starting point only.
IF YOUR VESSELS DEADRISE FALLS IN BETWEEN TWO NUMBERS IN THE CHART ALWAYS MOVE TO THE
NARROWER HULL PAD SEPARATION FOR HULL PAD PLACEMENT.
Table 7(a): Maximum Deadrise for V
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Center Cross Beam
V
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Center
Cross Beam
Hull Bunks
Hull Pad
Max
Min
Separation
Deadrise
Clearance
(In)
(Deg)
(In)
25
35.5
1
30
30.7
1
32
29.2
1
35
27
1
40
24.3
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