bcoffield

Hey Guys,

I just bought my first performance boat. A new 2002 232 with 496 (375hp). Boat is scheduled to be manufactured first week of April and deliver around last week of April. What type of numbers do you think I can expect? Do you think I will see 70mph under normal (two adults, some gear, 1/2 tank of gas) operating conditions? If not, what type of Modifications could I do to hit 70?

I'm lookin to have an honest 70mph boat. I would sure appreciate any advice you might want to offer.

liquid asset

I think you will be about 66-68 mph you could do the package from arizonia speed and marine it is supposed to be worth 4-6 mph ,and then go up a pitch and lab your prop

29 OUTLAW

I don't think you will see 70mph (other than on the speedo). I have not seen any feedback on mods to either the 496 or 496HO.

bcoffield

Thanks for your reply.
OK are you ready for a stupid question.

What exactly does lab your prop mean?
or
What exactly is blueprinting your prop?

Chris288

I see just over 60 on a good day. on a bad day 58. I would suspect you should see about 6-8 mph more than me, probably around 67...

bcoffield

Thanks for the info

Have you made any changes to your boat?
engine, drive, prop, etc...

liquid asset

Labbing your prop cost about $200 and will give 2-4 mph and 200-400 rpm e-mail Byron at BRONSON HILL PROPELLERS and he can give you the specifics www.propellersonline.com