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Message: <blockquote data-quote="LaqueRatt" data-source="post: 504822" data-attributes="member: 32586"><p>What has made me hesitate to move tank and battery to the bow is the beating they'd take. I imagine the weight in the front would have a positive affect on bouncing and porpoising, but still it's going to bounce around more in the bow than it would next to the transom, eh? A bouncing fuel tank won't just release fumes, but actual gasoline. I'd rather not have raw gas slopping out. Vibration and jostling is also a good way to shorten the life of a battery. So, I'm thinking one of the often maligned hydrofoil fins would be the easiest, cheapest, and possibly smartest way to get a tail heavy tinny to behave. I've also noticed that those who install one almost all agree it was a great move. For as cheap as they are, why not give it a try? If you don't like it take it off and proceed with the plan to move tank and battery forward.</p></blockquote><p></p>