5.5 Physical Space 

Before beginning the installation, check that there is adequate space in the ideal location determined above. Some hulls may not have physical space for the installation of Seakeeper Ride. There may be some installations where brackets, lights, live well pickups, hull features, or similar components must be cleared or relocated to proceed with the installation. 

Note: Seakeeper is not responsible for hull modifications performed when attempting to install Seakeeper Ride. It is the responsibility of the installer to determine reasonable modifications to prepare room for the Controllers without making undesirable changes to the boat. If unsure of installation details, contact a licensed marine engineer or naval architect before making significant boat modifications. Contact Seakeeper if additional help is needed. 

The width of the Controller mounting footprint will vary depending on Controller size. See the figure and table below for dimensions to determine if there is adequate space on the boat’s transom. The clearance between the bottom of the hull and any surface above where the Controller will be placed is recommended to be at least 5 in. (127 mm). The exact height is dependent on the transom angle and resulting Wedge Pack build of the Controller. The Controller will extend aft of the hull by 8 in. (203 mm). 

Figure 28 – Overhead Clearance of Controller
Boat Length (ft)37-4237-4240-4442-4644-4947-5250-55
Seakeeper Ride750 Dual750 Quad9001050112512751500
Part Number90900908829092190915909229092390924
Width (mm)750375375 and 525525375 and 750525 and 750750
Width (in.)30.115.415.4 and 22.022.015.4 and 30.122.0 and 30.130.1

Table 2 – Controller Width 

Refer to the Controller Footprint and Envelope page for higher detail dimensions.