6 blade Hering props on 382 Fastech?
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I have not seen them used on a Formula yet however I would expect great results. We put them on a Cig Top Gun twin step with 575sc's and picked up 4 mph top end (from 90-94) and I think it was 8 mph at cruise. I am trying to recall however they may have been 5 blade props. I just remember being impressed that we picked up at top end even though we added the extra blades. You may want to try calling Phill at Lipship as he has a LOT of experience with these props and I am sure can help you out. www.lipship.com
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Thanx Jon for the info. A buddy of mine talked to a poker runner down in Key West at the races in Nov. that had a 42 Fountain w/ stag. 525's and he said he gained 6 mph at cruise and 4ish at top end. I think he had gone from a pair of 4 blades. Would love to here some real world results on a 382!
Thanx again, Tracy
Thanx again, Tracy
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Chaos, I talked to Jim Hering the other day and he said the 6's are 2K per!!! If the above results are valid, can't beat those gains for 4 bills and no decrease in reliability!
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Tried 5 blade last summer with hardly any change, mid range or top end. Have 575's, Boxes, sport-master lowers.
Was also wondering if you had any news about the port listing issue?
Thanx
Was also wondering if you had any news about the port listing issue?
Thanx
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Big Dog, how goes it? Had one of your sweatshirts on the other day! The list issue is, how shall I say it? To the side. Every pun intended!!!!!! To long to explain, need a verbal conversation. Hope to have a chat w/ ya!
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Kitty42, had some 27 pitch 5 blade Hydro's on my 382(575's w/ ITS) last summer and went w/ a set of 4 blade labbed 32 pitch Mercs. The 5's planed better but cruise and esp. t/e were not so dif. I know my slip % is way to high w/ the 32's. Hope to try the 5 blade Mercs. this summer and decrease slip and increase the good stuff!!! Hope this helps, Give those Hering's a try.
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