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Old 07-28-2004 | 07:55 AM
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With Bravo 1 Props My Boat Jumps Up On Plane But Rides Transom Heavy,
With Hydromotive Props I Have To Go In Circles To Plain But When I Get On Plain Its A World Of Difference, More Speed Less Trim, And Better Attitude. So My Question Is Do I Try A 1/2 Inch Or 1 Inch Spacer And Does Anybody Have Any?
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Old 07-29-2004 | 04:04 AM
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A spacer will set the prop deeper and lift the bow more, and more than likely plant the stern more.
I would have the B1props reworked and remove some cupping.
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Old 07-29-2004 | 06:43 PM
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BUT WILL THE BRAVO 1s GIVE ME TRANSOM LIFT LIKE THE HYDROS DO?
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Old 07-29-2004 | 10:26 PM
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Probably not as much as Q IV's. All props are a comprimise. Very few are ever the best in all areas.
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Old 07-30-2004 | 06:35 AM
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When deciding on spacers I like to start with prop slip. Getting the prop slip right will help across the speed range, from plane-off to top end. Higher is not necessarily faster!

If you have any questions give me a call.

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Old 07-30-2004 | 11:26 PM
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Matt I Will Call U I Bought My Props From U & Julie It Was A Pleasure Dealing With Throttle Up!
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