Fuel Problems

[Tessa]

Originally Posted by downunder

So it dosnt make any difference then! So the slower i go the better fuel economy i should get?

Generally speaking that's correct. Optimal speeds vary from 6 knots up to 12 on the large boats. Best way to find the optimal speed for your particular boat is to set the speed control to manual (by knots), start at 10 and then go down. Make sure your TDC is at least at 8 (preferably higher) so you'll get a more accurate reading and then use your navigator to give an estimated maximum distance for your speed. Just make sure your in safe sailing waters and in calm weather, testing it out while its raining or gale force waters.