Thread: Advice on outboards

Valid observation. I forgot that Surtees had that flood chamber, so when it rests, it fills with water for stability. When taking off, the water is meant to pour out the transom flap. With water locked in, the trim of boat would be severely affected, hence passengers having to move forward. Try locking flap before using boat and see if the lack of water in bilge affects trim. Bet it does.