3 group 29’s in a 16/72?

[MuskyRangler]

Hello Boat People,
We have an 83 Lund Pike 16D with a 35hp 2 stroke Johnson and a motorguide 54lb thrust on the bow. The boat has a weight cap of 1350, the motor weighs 120, trolling 40, 36 pounds in fuel, figure 50 pounds in accessories figure 250 before batteries. I have 3 group 29’s that I’d like to use if possible, 180 pounds. 450 pounds give or take, normally it’s my son and I 300 pounds people weight. Would the batteries be too much? Should I put them dead center at the rear of the boat?

 

[airshot]

I would keep them closer to center, than all the way in the back. Before fastening them into position, load up with expected weight and go for a ride....move things around until you get the balance you are comfortable with !!!