Zodiac C260 won't plane

[oz boater]

I bought a new Zodiac C260 air deck. Using a Suzuki 5 hp 2-stroke. It is very difficult to get it to plane with one person. Recently, I put my Suzuki on a Saturn 290 air floor. The Saturn flies with the same engine. No problem planing.

How is this possible? Should I get trim tabs?

Any suggestions appreciated.

 

[TOHATSU GURU]

Re: Zodiac C260 won't plane

The foot makes the difference. The larger boat has more surface area in contact with the water making it more buoyant with your weight.

 

[oz boater]

Re: Zodiac C260 won't plane

Do you think those Zodiac trim tabs that extend the surface area would help?

 

[TOHATSU GURU]

Re: Zodiac C260 won't plane

It's a cheat, but it might...I wouldn't use the Zodiac tabs though. Over priced and really small. I would recommend doing a web search for an alternative set of tabs.

 

[oz boater]

Re: Zodiac C260 won't plane

Thanks for your help.

I have a related question for you since you seem to know Tohatsu: I am considering buying an 8B 8 hp 2-stroke Tohatsu. Can I upgrade that to 9.8?
Do I need to buy a whole new carb, or just jets? How much would it cost?

Thanks

 

[TOHATSU GURU]

Re: Zodiac C260 won't plane

You would need a new engine block too....It's not worth it.