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Do hydrofoils added to outboards really give a noticeable increase in fuel economy?

April 26, 2017added Boating boats cars hydrofoils increase noticeable outboards Transportation

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Do hydrofoils added to outboards really give a noticeable increase in fuel economy?

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I don’t believe that it is a noticeable increase, but rather a slight increase in fuel economy. You Will be able to get up on plane quicker and with less throttle and you will be able to plane at a much slower speed then you could with out the hydrofoils.- How ever if most of your running is full or three quarter throttle, the hydrofoils are not in use at these speeds This reflects my thoughts on the matter and there may be forces at play here in which I am not aware of. Your best option is go to a dealership and ask one of the mechanics that rig the boats out this same question- but don;t ask him in front of a salesman or the owner. Good luck!