In the United States autos are driven from the left side but MOST boats are driven from the right side. Why the difference? I know...do you ?
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In the United States autos are driven from the left side but MOST boats are driven from the right side. Why the difference? I know...do you ?
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I don't but am curious.
Found this on the net
This set of guidelines maintains that all boats should keep to the right of oncoming traffic. Therefore, having steering wheels on the right side of the vessel makes it easier for operators to keep an eye on nearby boats.
Often wondered this myself. Looked online and there are several reasons given.
better visibility
offset weight and torque of motor
international lookout
traditional sailors use to steer with big oar on right side 'steorbord' 'starboard' so just use to right side
Why are Boat Steering Wheels on the Right?
Ok here is my understanding of the reason.
The propeller issue is one of the main reasons why steering wheels are located on the right side. As propellers spin clockwise, this motion tends to put the left side down. The port side is then pushed by around 2 to 3 degrees physically. In turn, the right side of the boat will significantly rise out. The weight of the one behind the steering wheel may prevent this rise and keep the ship afloat.
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That don't make sense. What if you're going backwards. Just kidding. All the answers were interesting. Thanks for sharing.Quote:
Originally Posted by silverside
Counter rotating props
Boats don't go backwards. Thats why they don't have back up lights.Quote:
Originally Posted by Slab
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I think like the website I shared above it’s a combination of technical reasons, international rules and traditional placement for why boats have steering on right side. Not just one reason.
I actually think it has to do with the increase of tournament fishermen = BASS ackwards!:twocents
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I can remember when I was in my early teens boats had the steering wheels on the left then....I dont really remember when they changed
I have only see 2 older speed type boats with the wheel on the left.Quote:
Originally Posted by "G"
Actually I was watching a video of some mini jet boats built from kits that had the controls on the left
Back when I am talking about....yes it was speed boat types....and a few high end fishing boats....most fishing boats in that day were tiller steer. Remember this was before bass boats and modified ,V's 1957 thru 60 is when I remember this
[QUOTE="G";4173469]Back when I am talking about....yes it was speed boat types....and a few high end fishing boats....most fishing boats in that day were tiller steer. Remember this was before bass boats and modified ,V's 1957 thru 60 is
I enjoy looking at those old boats. There is a unique one for sale a couple of towns over from me. Fins on the back like a 57 chevy. I will have to dig up a photo of it.
The last one I seen also had headlights built into the bow. Also it just occured to me I've never seen a stick steer boat with controls on the starboard side.
They made some awesome looking old boats back in the day. They looked like they were fly even when sitting still
ChrisCraft made some awsum mahogany and teakwood inboard boats back then too....steering wheel on the left.
Interesting thread and answers.
Bob
There I a ChrisCraft cruiser loaded with mahogany at one of the Marinas I shoot docks at. They made works of art that floated.
Another company....Hacker Craft made some nice ones tooQuote:
Originally Posted by DockShootinJack
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Nice old boat. Had some sleek lines on those