Prop ?????

[florida gator]

Nice calm day on the lake yesterday so I thought I may see what top end is on new motor. Playing with the trim I maxed out at just under 50 on speedo (forgot to bring gps) and 4800 rpm with 15x17 aluminum prop. Should I be happy there since I rarely run fast anyway or could I change prop pitch for more top end?

[Sam]

Only you can decide if you happy or not but just to make sure what's the operating RPM range of your motor.

Sam wink

[MOP]

What boat, what motor and horse power?

[florida gator]

1990 GT210. 5.7 OMC Cobra, pretty much stock motor. Not sure of max rpm.

[riverrat]

Gator, A stainless prop will always out perform an aluminum prop. The aluminum props flex as speed increases and that changes the pitch. If I were you I would find a "OMC Raker" "19 or "21 pitch. they are a good all around prop. Good luck!

the rat.. :D

<small>[ March 31, 2003, 07:12 AM: Message edited by: riverrat ]</small>