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Better heat transfer for the closed looped super turbo semi-conductors that power the transducer. . . . . 
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I did notice that. I was kind of wondering the same thing. The only think that I can think of is less weight, less cost. I can't see it helping hydrodynamics.
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I don't think it's vented. I think those are just areas they remove to save weight while maintaining structural support.
Anyone have a pic of the underside to confirm?
Anyone have a pic of the underside to confirm?
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You would think this would cause drag I recall reports from people on the early 24 foot models having issues with the boats pulling to one side or another due to the ride plates not being flush with the hull and causing drag . And why make the cutouts go against the direction of the hull, if there was some need to reduce weight or allow water to get to the pump one would think having the cutouts parallel to the center keel would be a better idea.????????
Ancient canoe
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I would guess they aren't actually holes but just appear to be from the topside. Agree with CobraJet that holes would have to cause drag that would offset (and some) any weight reduction gains. How much weight would holes be cutting anyways?
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Ok that makes sense, so it can't be right , just kidding
Perhaps it cuts down on production costs like changing over to the plastic reverse hoods, Having the braces would make it strong and reduce the material needed to produce the part cutting the cost. It's a theory anyway but quite possibly the reason.
Perhaps it cuts down on production costs like changing over to the plastic reverse hoods, Having the braces would make it strong and reduce the material needed to produce the part cutting the cost. It's a theory anyway but quite possibly the reason.
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They actually look more like ridges than holes. Maybe it's a thinner sheet of metal and reinforced with those ridges.
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Exactly. Those are not vented just stronger than if they were solid.
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I assume these are cast aluminum parts and were made this way to use less material yet still retain the strength of a solid part. Like @Cobra Jet Steering LLC said.
