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    very easy to install. you need a drill, tape measure, 1/4" bit, sharpie, 7/16" wrenches and some type of c-clamp to hold foil in place while marking holes. you will use the foil as the templet. you can always get in touch with me and ill help you any way i can. if you have an iphone, we can even face time during installation. i am confident that i can show my 15 year old daughter and she wouldnt have a problem, thats how easy it is.


    Quote Originally Posted by 520TDY View Post
    Is it a simple 6 bolt installation or am I missing something as I can barely use a screwdriver. Is this something a non mechanic can install ??? I am preparing to take delivery of Ranger Z 518 with 150 Merc Pro X S, two power pole Blades and two heavy fisherman turning a 23" Tempest Plus. I am concerned about hole shot and this foil might be helpful . Any opinions.

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    Can you guys post some before and after results? Very interested in getting one.
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    Chris have you made one for a Merc 150 3.0 litre 4/stroke?



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    Ordered 2 yesterday, one for my 150 ProXS and one for my friend's Merc 150 four stroke. Really looking forward to trying them out.
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    yes sir, i have.


    Quote Originally Posted by bassbama View Post
    Chris have you made one for a Merc 150 3.0 litre 4/stroke?



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    #46
    Just installed mine this morning. Thanks Chris

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    your very welcome. looking forward to your feedback

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    #48
    Glad you guys gave them a shot. I told you guys you would not be sorry. Its changed my boat completely. Can't believe how much better the Z21 hull is with one of these installed.
    2005 Ranger Z21 2005 Mercury Optimax 250XS Serial#OT999281 25P Mercury Tempest +

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    #49
    Any MPH or MPG improvement?

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    Quote Originally Posted by GhostComanche View Post
    Shawn, I am not Chris, but I can answer that question. Better holeshot, lower speeds while staying on top with out bouncing, protection from slung blades if it ever happens, etc. Pretty much all of the go fast guys; Stroker, Bullet , Gambler, etc. are running them , and there is a reason.....................they work. You would see the same benefits on your boat and engine also brother.............................RR
    Thank you sir. You've peaked my interest now lol.
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    I finally got to run the boat yesterday and all I can say is "wow"!! There is a very noticeable difference on holeshot; I am gonna say 40% better on my boat. Also made a couple of runs and very impressed with boat at 45 or so because to me the boat seemed to handle with more stability. I slowed down twice checking how slow I could stay on top and both times it was right at 18 mph. My top end wasn't affected by install either; Foil isn't in the water. This product by Chris absolutely works and will be part of my boat set up from here on out. Like I mentioned earlier, the "Bailey" foil is a blinged out performance enhancer "that works". Thanks Chris for the product....................RR
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    Sweet! That is great news Roger. Can't wait to get mine now!

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    Yep. Exactly what I saw with mine. Hole SHot is so much better and being able to be on plane at 18-20mph in my big tank boat is awesome. :)
    2005 Ranger Z21 2005 Mercury Optimax 250XS Serial#OT999281 25P Mercury Tempest +

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    Quote Originally Posted by CxThree View Post
    Yep. Exactly what I saw with mine. Hole SHot is so much better and being able to be on plane at 18-20mph in my big tank boat is awesome. :)
    Cx, thanks for getting g me hooked up on the foil and appreciate all information that you gave me Sir. RR


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    Glad to help. Its been the best money I put into my boat. For me, my Z21 was becoming no fun to drive and this completely fixed it.
    2005 Ranger Z21 2005 Mercury Optimax 250XS Serial#OT999281 25P Mercury Tempest +

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    awesome feedback guys! thanks so much for the orders.

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    #57

    Installed my foil today

    Got to install my foil today. As Chris stated, it was an easy install. I clamped the foil to the bottom of the cavitation plate and then did all my measuring to make sure it was perfect. Once I had that done I just drilled through the holes that Chris had already done on the foil. I put a bolt in each as I drilled to make
    sure they all fit. Took 45 minutes to an hour.

    Thanks to Chris for the nice job.

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    #58
    very nice! thanks for the pics!

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    Just finished installing Chris' foil today. Very easy to do after getting a few questions answered. Very anxious to put it to the test, but after reading all the comments, I should also have a smile on my face. Thank you Chris.

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    your very welcome. thanks for your order!!

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