Aaronhoy,

Cool drawing for sure. But, I have to agree with Mary, you are kidding right? I mean, finding the center of gravity (balance point) in this instance is absolutely childs play - regardless of whether or not it has moved from where it was located previously. Just move the wheels until you find it...period. What else can people say on this? This is one of those problems that truly is...no problem at all...unless...

The only thing you should be concerned about is WHY your C of G has apparently moved. It can only be one thing - weight. Weight has been added, subtracted or moved on your boat. If there is no apparent water in your boat - and you haven`t altered your setup - and the repairs you made did not add a significant amount of weight, then you may have a bad leak somewhere (possibly internal) and major water penetration into the core of your hull (very bad). If core H2O penetration is the case, then your description of having to pull down excessively at the bridles indicates it is likely towards the stern of one of your hulls. Percuss (gently tap) the hulls thoroughly with a small rubber hammer or similar object and look for changes in the sound you hear. Compare these sounds bilaterally (both hulls, same approximate location) and listen for differences. H2O penetration will yield duller more "thud-like" sounds by comparison. If you find this, you have a major problem that will require serious "boat surgery" and many months to fix. Also, without knowing your particular climate, do not let those hulls freeze this winter or you will be looking for a new boat in the spring. If you know a marine surveyor who will give you a cost break, have him/her examine your hulls with a moisture sensor and give you an opinion. Core penetration may not be worth fixing if it is bad enough to change your balance point so much.



Dave