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Old 08-30-2004, 05:09 PM
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the thing i cant get over is that i did the same numbers...first 4 adults 3/4 tank of fuel into a 6-8 mph head wind in a 1-2 ft chop...than 2 of us 1/4 - 1/2 tank of fuel 6-8 mph tale wind...almost like it doesnt make a difference on conditions thats what i'm gonna do reguardless
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Old 08-30-2004, 05:11 PM
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i was told by somebody else the the mercury 4 blade is the way to go on this boat if i can turn one...not the hydromotive because they dont like a$$lift which is hydro's specialty
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Originally Posted by tssteph
You are about right for what you have, I have the same setup.

Let Darin do the props, he did mine and I am very happy with the work.

No fuel, no gear down river with a tail wind 69.3 @ 4800, small amount of prop work by cheap local shop.

No fuel, no gear down river with a tail wind 71.3 @ 5000, after Darin worked on them. T would not hold it there but that was the fastest I could get 71.0 and hold it there, I had to trim a little more with no tab and would pickup a little more and then porpoise some.

The best things is that at 3200 rpm I picked up 3 mph.
great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!and Thanks for the plug. Darin
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A lot of boats will run faster going into a little wind. It gives you just a little more hull lift.
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Darin did the prop on my 28 stryker. If midrange is what you want he can get it to you. I had a 23p Mirage and he did his magic to it. My cruise speeds are up 2-3 mph and the acceleration is awesome. I didn't gain top end but I'm not really worried about that as much. the boat planes easier and is much better when it gets rough now. Its worth it...
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If you want to try a Bravo I let me know. We have a prop fitting program available. Let me know if I can help!

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