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Old 12-02-09, 12:34 PM   #9
ETR3(SS)
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Originally Posted by Inner Sound View Post
Mmm, very satisfying.

Just one wee thing: I've long understood that a sub cannot hover, except, rarely, float on top of a denser thermal layer. To control its depth a sub must have way on.

Like the combination punch and the way you set up the knobs and dials beforehand.
It can be done, if you have the time. WWII or modern sub doesn't matter you can do it on both. You just have to keep adjusting your trim as the boat slows to All Stop. You should be able to get a perfect or near-perfect trim this way.
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