Ah Ship stability questions... center of gravity vs. center of buoyancy from the Master's exam.
The lower the deck to the water line, or better yet below the water line … the more laterally stable. Meaning less tippy.
Your body weight is simply the weight of your feet on the deck. The higher above water line the more tippy. The lower is improved stability.
Also that assume both feet are directly over the keel. More weight to one side it tilts that way. The further your weight from the keel the more effect like a torque arm. So standing directly over keel- perfect.
Sit on the gunwale furthest from the keel then that is the worst effect your weight will have on tipping or "listing."
Hope that helps you?
Also keep in mind that extra weigh is going to change the running angle due to the additional forward weight you permanently added.
Frank
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Originally Posted by Godrew1972
So I’m trying to add a front deck to my 16ft Starcraft camp. Does adding that deck increase how tippy the boat is while standing? I am thinking that 3/4inch plywood is the way to go. Currently I have a seat attached to the bench that is in the front of the boat. It’s fine for fishing, but a little tight. Any advise before I start drilling is much appreciated. Thanks
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