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Drilling 4 small holes is no issue for me. I have had 100% success and have never had to remove one. It sure beats tabs that require drilling 16 holes into the transom....!!!

Beware of the no-drill mounts. There are reports that sometimes they fall off.

There are also reports that foils are prone to break off the anti-ventilation plate. That IS a possibility, but only if they are loose, or improperly installed. SS bolts and nyloc nuts will do the trick.

I speak from 50+ years Doelfin experience with several boats.

I won't debate beauty. Mine is under water so I can't see it.