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Sting Ray XRIII Senior Hydrofoil Stabilizer

Item # 76008
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Key Features

  • Sleek, hydrodynamic profile

  • Captures the prop wash for added thrust

  • 3-point locking system for no-drill installation

  • For engines up to 300 hp.


Our Price   $149.99

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Product Description
The Sting Ray XRIII is designed with a new sleeker hydrodynamic profile for the fastest hole shot yet. This unique design mirrors the tunnel-prop technology of offshore superboats. By capturing the prop wash, the XRIII harnesses its power for added thrust. You'll enjoy better performance and greater fuel savings. The XRIII also utilizes a vice-block 3-point locking system for easy no-drill installation. No more measuring. No more templates. No more damage to your engine. For engines up to 300 hp.

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StingRaySting Ray XRIII Senior Hydrofoil Stabilizer
 
3.0

(based on 62 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (15)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (16)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (22)

53%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (20)
  • Easy to install (9)
  • Good performance (9)
  • Weather proof (8)
  • Visually pleasing (6)

Cons

  • Poor design (12)
  • Doesn't work (3)
  • Lacks power (3)
  • Not durable (3)

Best Uses

  • Small boats (20)
  • Large boats (9)
  • Engine (6)
  • Personal watercraft (5)
  • Waterskiing (5)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Recreational (30), Advanced (14), Casual/ recreational (10), Competitive (3)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (18)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Works as advertised!!

Despite the poor reviews, I bought this because I did not want to drill holes in my ventilation plate. I called the mfg regarding the reviewers who lost the device. I was told that...Read complete review

Despite the poor reviews, I bought this because I did not want to drill holes in my ventilation plate. I called the mfg regarding the reviewers who lost the device. I was told that if I followed the instructions and used Loc-Tite and a longer bolt if necessary, the gadget would stay on. The results were spectacular. The hole shot was much improved as was turning. It made the boat (19' Mariah w/ 260 hp Merc)usable for skiing and towing whereas it really was bad before.
I liked the results so much I ordered another for my wife's 22' pontoon boat w/ a 90 hp Merc 4 stroke. The boat handles much better and is quieter. Also almost no wake. Top end increased by 2-3 mph on the pontoon boat but decreased on the Mariah by 5-6 mph. I really don't care about the top speed but I did care about the hole shot and the handling.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Design flaw

I liked the idea of not drilling holes in cavity plate. Foil went on easy and did all that it claims. Took boat out to winterize and noticed it was cracked in 3 areas....Read complete review

I liked the idea of not drilling holes in cavity plate. Foil went on easy and did all that it claims. Took boat out to winterize and noticed it was cracked in 3 areas. Foil is held on by dropping gearcase anode then sliding foil over cavity plate then you rebolt anode. Plastic that is used to secure to anode is weak and doesn't hold up to pressure. Apears other purchasers on other web sites lost the foil,and anode plate during use. Some had prop damage.

Reviewed by 62 customers

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4/2/2013
 
4.0

Nice product

By illimiteremi

from Nantes, FRANCE

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Visually Pleasing

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Engine

    Comments about StingRay Sting Ray XRIII Senior Hydrofoil Stabilizer:

    - Very easy to install
    - Good performance in navigation

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    2/7/2013
     
    1.0

    Breaks very easily

    By Jed

    from Roanoke Virginia

    About Me Professional

    Pros

      Cons

      • Not Durable

      Best Uses

        Comments about StingRay Sting Ray XRIII Senior Hydrofoil Stabilizer:

        This thing is the second that I have had. The first broke when someone else was driving my boat. Thought they beat it up. Second broke on me after hitting a small piece of debris. Prop tosses it into the "unbreakable" plastic destroying any money saved on fuel. Poor design. Too long and round. Whale tail design works just as well and is more durable.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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        1/28/2013
         
        4.0

        Great hull-shot !!!

        By Greg (Fuggles)

        from Australia

        About Me Advanced

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy to Use
        • Very effective

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Hull-shot
          • Waterskiing Startoff

          Comments about StingRay Sting Ray XRIII Senior Hydrofoil Stabilizer:

          Great unit providing quicker and stronger hull-shot starts.
          NOTE - a friend installed one but lost it on it's maiden voyage as the engine bolt to be used for the install was not long enough given the spacing required for the fitment. The alloy that the cavitation skeg (not sure of the technical term) is made of is soft, so you should ensure that the bolt goes in to the thread as far as possible. To be certain of this I purchased an aftermarket bolt that was 5mm longer which seemed to have worked well...

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          Images shared by Greg (Fuggles)

          Sting Ray on 130hp Yamaha 2-stroke

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          11/24/2012
           
          5.0

          5 years and still going strong

          By Happy buyer

          from MN

          About Me Advanced

          Verified Reviewer

          Pros

          • Easy to Use

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about StingRay Sting Ray XRIII Senior Hydrofoil Stabilizer:

              1st thing I put on our 18' Crestliner Mirage w/150 Merc Optimax back in 2007. You'll need to change your prop or it will drag your RPM's down and you'll loose top end. Went from stock 23 pitch prop down to a 17 stainless steel for recommended engine RPM range. Top end went from 34mph to 42mph with 2 people, gear and 40 gallons of gas. Trolls now at 1.5MPH The boat will actually turn now without capitating! Fuel ecomony is much better and I have over 5 years and 300 hours on this product with no issues!

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              9/10/2012

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Potential buyers beware...

              By Hotshoe

              from Towanda, PA

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy to Install
              • Easy to Use
              • Visually Pleasing

              Cons

              • Hard To Steer Boat Now

              Best Uses

              • Engine

              Comments about StingRay Sting Ray XRIII Senior Hydrofoil Stabilizer:

              Product was very easy to install. Brings your boat on plane very quickly, and can maintain plane at much lower rpm's as stated. Only complaint is that, my boat is very hard to steer with this installed! Installed on a Hurricane Fundeck with 115 HP Yamaha. Not sure the trade-offs are worth the price.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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              • Q:

                i own 2006 four winns horizon with 280hp duro prop will your product fit my application
                Asked on 4/29/2012 by Anonymous

                0 answers

              • Q:

                Dear Sir / Mdm,

                This is Jon from Singapore. I ordered a Stingray Stealth sometime last year to install onto my Pursuit 2550 with a outboard Suzuki DF300.
                On my maiden test with the hydrofoil, the boat took off very nicely, but half way thru, I was forced to use my trim taps, thinking something amissed, and true enough, the Stingray Stealth gone total stealth.... missing... drop off.
                Do you think I did not screw it tight enough?
                Now think of either getting one more or trying the XRIII.
                Comments?
                Thanks,
                Jon
                Asked on 3/2/2012 by Anonymous

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              • Q:

                i have a 94 caravelle bowrider 1900se w a mercruiser 4.3 alpa one. will this product help with my performance and save me money on gas?
                Asked on 9/6/2011 by Anonymous

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              • Q:

                Will the StingRayXR111 fit on an OMC (now Volvo) 5.0 liter I/O,
                without drilling or am I better off purchasing a bold on device. I don't understand about the anodes. My 19 foot Four Winns only has one, on the forward edge of the stern drive.

                I don't wnat to make a mistake here and damage the stern drive. This product says it requires no bolt holes drilled into the stern drive. Many of the critiques deem to say " no " it had to be bolted on anyway, or cut with a band saw to make it work.

                # 1 concern is "less than zero" damage to my boat. Can I return it if it breaks, or if I cannot get it on without drilling.

                Will Overton's pay the return shippin costs. But I would like it to work. Again would you recommend a bolt on model over this?
                Asked on 8/16/2011 by Four Winns Pend Oreille from Spokane, WA

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              • Q:

                How does the sting ray XR111 senior Hydrofoil stabilizer Mount.I am having a problem with cavattion when in seas 2ft or more and truning the boat.this is a hurracain deck boat 20'. I have a 200 HP 2 strock Yamaha on it the motor is mounted as far down as it will go,I moved it down last week trying to stop the cavation problem.Made it a little better and more stable,but the RPM on the motor keeps going up and down will this string ray help with this problem Thanks Chuck
                Asked on 8/14/2011 by Chuck from Mulberry Fl.

                0 answers

              • Q:

                please advise if this Sting Ray XRIII Senior Hydrofoil Stabilizer will fit a Four Stroke Honda Outboard Motor?
                Asked on 8/10/2011 by Anonymous

                0 answers

              • Q:

                Will this item fit a 1992 OMC Cobra I/O?
                Asked on 5/1/2011 by Brian Ski from Minnesota

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              • Q:

                will this help a 4 cyl I/O, 26 ft pontoon, level out better while running, it seems now to be heavy in the rear?
                Asked on 4/16/2011 by John from Clayton Lake , Christiansburg Va 24073

                1 answer

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                  A:

                  I believe it will. It should capture your prop wash and cause less bow rise. Especially if your noticing "the heavier in the rear feeling" at lower speeds.

                  Answered on 6/16/2011 by Fireman Jim from CInci, OH

              • Q:

                Is it one size fits all. I have a 2008 - 90 Yam. Will it fit my motor and make a differance on a boat with an engine this small.
                Asked on 4/12/2011 by Todd from Louisiana

                1 answer

                • Staff Reviewer

                  A:

                  For engines up to 300 hp except Volvos

                  Answered on 6/8/2011 by Justin from Overtons

              • Q:

                I have a 23' boat that porpoises unless i have the drive unit all the way down. I have a bravo 3 drive on a merc 496 HO. Will a Sting Ray work on this drive, and which one do I need?
                Asked on 6/1/2010 by Anonymous from Minnesota

                1 answer

                • A:

                  I have a 23ft with OMC 5.8 235HP
                  expect it to cure your problem and give better holeshot

                  Answered on 2/11/2011 by R from Ark
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