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Old 04-28-2004, 09:24 AM
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So if they are test props I would "assume" that the powdercoating does not change the performance of the prop relative to the polished finish. There are a couple of the designated "test" props here:

http://www.mrboats.com/specials.asp?cat=ACCESSORY

I think that they look cool. Do they come from merc in any other colors?
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Old 04-28-2004, 09:30 AM
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Originally posted by PokerRunGunT/S
I am trying the Hering 6 blades (27's) and a new set of labbed 28 Mercs. I currently run Labbed 30's but I am short on my RPM's.
You will need 29 Herings to compare top speed against 28 Mercs. The six blades will give you added acceleration but will also give you more bow/stern lift depending on which direction you are turning them.
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Originally posted by KiloKat
You will need 29 Herings to compare top speed against 28 Mercs. The six blades will give you added acceleration but will also give you more bow/stern lift depending on which direction you are turning them.
Thanks David,

So I would actually need a bigger size in the 6's over the 4 blade Merc?
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Old 04-28-2004, 09:40 AM
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No, it has nothing to do with the number of blades. Mercury's advertised pitch has always been one lower than the standard used by Hering, Rolla, etc.
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Old 04-28-2004, 09:41 AM
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Speaking of powdercoating.....
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Old 04-28-2004, 09:43 AM
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Originally posted by KiloKat
No, it has nothing to do with the number of blades. Mercury's advertised pitch has always been one lower than the standard used by Hering, Rolla, etc.
Ahh I see, thanks again David. Do you prefer Rolla over Hering?

Powerguy: Sorry, wasn't trying to hijack your thread.
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Old 04-28-2004, 10:01 AM
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dude if u can only turn a merc 28 4...there is NO way in hell your going to spin a 29 6 blade hering.
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Old 04-28-2004, 10:06 AM
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I definately prefer the Herings for most of the conditions we run in but also carry Mercury & Rollas for special situations.

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dude if u can only turn a merc 28 4...there is NO way in hell your going to spin a 29 6 blade hering.
Not necessarily true. Actually depends on diameter, blade thickness and boat setup.
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Old 04-28-2004, 10:21 AM
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How aggressively can you pitch a prop before it becomes inefficient compared to gearing up?

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I have ask the same question robyw1 to every prop guy i have found and they all answer differently,
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