21 excel prop?

[hobie1]

I have a 1990 454 running 3 blade 23 quicksilver turning 5100-5200rpms. Seems i keep blowing hubs. Anyone have any suggestions? would like to know a good reliable top end (speed) prop. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks

[BY U BOY]

23p mirage is going to be the best prop or maybe a 23p mirage + i am running a 24 hydro and am looking to go back to a 3 blade 25p.I may have my old mirage 23p around solid hub.

[cdscarab]

hobie,
how much power are you running? my 1990 did not like the 23 mirage, would not carry the bow and I spun a bunch of hubs with mine also. went to solid hubs.
found that the bravo 1 was a much better match to the hull. In a hydro anything over a 22" quad IV generated too much stern lift.
I am presently running a 28" B1 behind a 525sc. just about as big as I think I can go on this hull.
you'll find the B1 gives a higher cruise, better handling, better ride, better fuel economy, and you'll only lose 1 or 2 mph on top end.