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Location: Woodstock, IL | I'd like to experiment with various props to determine which model is best for my rig (SS/aluminum, diameter, pitch, etc.)
The best way to determine what works is to test run them; however I certainly don't want to spend 1,000's of dollars on props only to reject all but one of them. Every dealer I've asked for advice has given me a different response, so on-the-water testing is about my only option (I think).
Has anyone else done this? What is the best way to figure out what works the best without spending a ton of cash and having a bunch of useless "used once" props laying around? |
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Location: Ogden, Ut | Some dealers have 'test' props just for that purpose (we have a dealer out here that has a whole wall of props painted bright blue to be used as test props). You essentially agree to buy a prop and they give you one test prop at a time until you get one that satisfies your needs. Once you find it, they order it for you. The only downside is that if you never find one that you truly like, you may be stuck w/ a fairly expensive, yet marginal prop. It can be a long process, but usually worth it.
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| I think you can narrow your choices down by looking that your current prop and boat set up.
What rpm's and speed are you running now with your current prop?
Then I would put some posts out on some of the sites looking for insight from any owners running a similar set up to yours and see what performace they are getting from their prop choice.
What are you looking for - more speed? More bow lift? Will you be pulling skiers?
Before you even go to a dealer to demo some props you should be able to narrow your selection down to a few different sizes to try out that will theoretically give you the best performance.
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| Check Online MERC has a great site that helps tune you prop selection options.
Since they make motors they should have a decent idea what they should be spinning.
Decide what you looking to get out of the Prop. Temper that with where you are going to do it. SS Props and lost of rocks don't play well. Add a sprinkle of reality, $$$ don't grow on trees.
Check on rebuilt props - Since they are not new they may be more willing to let you test them.
Just my 2 Cents |
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| When I want advice in matters that involve my prop, I think toward the guy that owns/operates the prop repair shop in my area. I can't help but think that no matter where you live or enjoy your fun in the sun.. A reputible prop repairman is a reputible man to give you prop advice.
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