# 6 drive question for apache guys
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Originally Posted by SLINGSHOT
had 1.5's what is the draw back of going to 1.35's
{triple 1200's}
{triple 1200's}
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Changing the ratio is only necessary if the prop you NEED is not available.
The heavier the boat, the 1.50:1s give better punch.
The heavier the boat, the 1.50:1s give better punch.
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Call APACHE they were doing some gear swap set-ups on Kemo a year or so ago. Mark should be able to help you, get her do for our run next summer in ohio.
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I went from 1.5 to 1.61 this summer, got better midrange and picked up 2 mph's. The bigger the diameter the better it stays hooked up in the rough water. What I hear anyway. Worked for me. NK
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Originally Posted by Papache
I have 1.63's with 1550 hp I trun 17x33 4 blade props at 5800rpm 117 mph
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