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Unread 10-08-2009, 05:44 PM
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anyone know how much speed is lost with rough bottom paint , compared to a smooth slick finish ?
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Unread 10-08-2009, 08:15 PM
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Depending on how ruff, it can be anywhere from 1-3% of the speed but where it really hurts you is fuel burn, that can be anywhere from 5-12%.
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