Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

I have 32 Bravo's. I was considering labbing them but have heard it might not help. Who's done it (and who lab'd them) and what were your results on a T/S with ITS, sptmstrs & 525's?

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

i have what you need 34p labbed by merc racing i would think your 32 labbed will spin to fast.

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34,s will not work.

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

why?

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Because they came off a Donzi. :D

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should be good for 2mph :D

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I have a brand new pair of 28 5 blade bravos.
Then have been labbed and will fit shorty driives.

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

I also have a pair of 32 (non-lab'd) Hydro 5 blades, if anyone's interested in trying to swap with me.

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As long as we can wipe the "Donzi" off of them (haha), check your PM!

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I've never heard of this on these. Anyone tried it on a 38 T/S w/ sporties and ITS?????? :confused:

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yep...assuming you're at 5300 now

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What's your rpm that should tell you if you need them labbed...

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

Joe you still boating?

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You Fountain/Donzi guys stay out of it.:D 34,s will not work.We are getting it handled as we speak.Its a Cig thing! :D

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sorry to interrupt your majesty. :D :rolleyes:

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

yes sir...I ck'd and am in the dark forum... :drink:

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

Kind of... Couple of winter projects:
1) trying to find out why, when launching the boat from the ramp, we're having problems getting the water from the lake and into the engines (I've posted a thread about the - for other T/S owners who have similar problems - no answer yet). I have to give the engines throttle when starting to get water to flow - hence making the engines too rich and having plug problems (merc. specifically states, no throttle until 100 degrees - engine is in "choke" mode. Next step is removing the appx. 12" vertical (that it seems all the T/S's have) that flows from the hose where it connects to this metal "uprise" and then into the strainer. Last thought will be the MM strainers aren't sealing and we'll replace them.
2)putting in an upgraded GPS.
3)installing a set of prop holders (thanks Fred) for my extra set
4)generally, looking for ANYTHING to tinker on to help pass the darn cold winter!!!
5)new springs and checking engine etc... (250 hrs and don't want any problems during the middle of next season).

*But I will give her a run if I can get my hands on a set of lab'd 34's (to see the difference from my non-lab'd 32's).

Yes, currently @ 5300 - but, looking for more mid-range w/out loosing the top.

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

How about Merc Max 5 blade? those will give me 7-9mph more at 3500. I'm testing in spring...BBlades....good luck.

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

tried them to.. not labbed.. gave me 2mph cruise, lost 5mph top end. also shifted very hard... a little slip can be your friend.

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Downtown, your not running Herings?

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I can't afford them right now. How much top end would they give +2mph?

Slip is not all bad maybe.

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for me the cruise speed went up 5mph @ 3000rpm 6-8 mph @ 3500 + 2-3 top end a little slow to plane (no difuser ring) BT told me a difuser ring helps planning. they are the way to go. IMO. i have the 5 blade alittle over 8% slip :D

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Joe want to try the 34s?

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

ok..sea where funds are in spring.

you know were gonna get yelled at again...i'm otta her :evilb:

i'll be courteous and dlete my cignature :drink:

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

It's ok... You know - there's a guy in our office that wanted a promotion so bad that nearly every in office exec. meeting we'd have he'd find one reason or another to poke his head in.

So don't worry... When you're ready to step up, we'll be glad to bring you into the Cig Forum. :blaster: :eek: :eek:

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

Customryder,

Sorry for the delayed reply (got distracted on another project). Yes, I do! As soon as we button her back up I'll give you a call.

FYI - As previously stated (in several posts I've seen), the brillo pads work MUCH better than the SOS re: cleaning lowers! Don't get me wrong... it still isn't fun to do!!! :(

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

You are wasting your time with the 34,s.

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I'm presuming you've tried the Lab'd 34's????? If so, PM me your phone number. I'd like to get your feedback (so we're not wasting anyone's time/money w/ shipping & testing).

Thanks,
Joe

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Joe,
I pm,d you the phone number of one of my friends that can help you.Cigarette and Phil let him do his own prop testing whenever he buys a new Cig.He has alot of experience w/the 525/its setup on the TopGun.I will send you his number again.
Paul

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

We Have A 05 38 Top Gun With 32 Pitch Props And Only
Spin Them At 5000? At 82 Mph Whats Up With That??
Seems Slow. 525's With Its

Re: Lab'd or Not (TS 525's w/ ITS)
 

It is slow.Your boat should be 86-87 ish.