FYI,Houston Prop
 

Months ago I hit "something" and REALLY screwed my 26 Bravo 1.I mean it looked like someone tried to open it like a can of spam.Being too big for a paper weight,I decided to toss it!Then I thought,I'm not a prop professional(like Darin & Sean),MAYBE I should send it to HOUSTON PROP so they can get a good laugh.This box arrived last week with a "new" labbed 26 in it!! Imagine my surprise!!! Called Darin to tell him he sent me someone else's prop.Happily,I was informed it was my "old"26.Long story short,72.8gps,5500rpm,great mid-range,sticky water,85 deg,95 humidity(tipical New Orleans)28'PowerQuest,stockHP500efi.I'm happy!! Prop screwed?call 1-281-580-7767

Man, don't you love to hear these storys after all of the other bs you hear about.

Awesome. Love to hear things like this. Way to go, Darin!

good news , what was your old speed did you pick up any MPH?

Darin has been following my prop/boat issue for a while and always gives me sound advice. When I sort out my engine problems and am ready for a real prop I will definately call Houston Prop!!

It is good to post about the good guys on OSO!!!

H2Xmark,Didn't pick up any speed.Thats where the boat runs BUT thats great for a prop I was going to throw away!I did pick up after HOUSTON PROP labbed it the first time.I'm just amazed they were able to get it back!!!BOB

Doesn't suprise me, Darin does awsome work.

thumbs up to you all.
 

Houston Propeller

Thanks You!

bob how does the prop compare to my old brand-x prop
i'm running 85 on gps @ 5600 with 4 1/2 lbs of boost with a labbed 28 bravo 1 now.brand-x i ran 78 @ 5800 rpm's.

Prowler,It's very interesting.My Houston prop leaves better and has a better top end.Both are 26?Houston prop 5500rpm,brand x 5200(give or take needle bounce)Both are very smooth,but obivious difference!Called brand x with serial # and found brand x had 300rpm decrease put in.SOOO,Brand x is "like" a 27.Now my 24 labbed (HOUSTON also)leaves like a rocket,my Houston 26 is my best over all,Brand x will pull 5500 with the new AFR heads,life is good!!!(Man,you gotta fast boat)BOB

at speeds you are running actually a polished prop will run slower thana satin finished prop.as the satin finish creates friction and helps hold the BITE.:D

Another Question for Houston
 

I have a 19 Mirage that i banged up pretty good last summer, I hit bottom and bent over all 3 blades. Is this worth repairing or should i spend the 400+ on a new prop. One more question I am running it on a 26 foot Searay with a single 454 330, top speed is about 45 on average. Any tips on getting a little more out of her, should i go for a 4 blade. Any suggetions would be great or a qoute on a repair. I attatched a pic of the prop.
Thank you for you time.
Jason

Banged up Mirage
 

Jason,Hey Thanks for asking ,can we repair your prop?

No problem,Thanks for the picture I will put a pic on here and show you what we can make your prop look like after beging repaired by Houston Prop:D

and If you can call me and we cantalk more in detail about any changes we may need to make ,Thanks again, Darin

FLIP J 5
 

THANKYOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

FOR PLACING YOUR ORDER AND WHEN THE PROP COMES IN,

I WILL CALL YOU TO MAKE SURE WE ARE ON THE RIGHT TRACK,
I have everything entered on the computers ,so we should be ok ,Thanks again Darin

Did you get my prop? I sent it out a couple of weeks ago.

J

Jason
 

Fulton? yes it came in on 2/06/04 we apoligize for not calling,we are buried in props around here,it's a good thing .

looking at about a week in half,it has been started with several ,Thanks Jason.

if you need it QUICKER for any reason call me at 281-580-7767:)

Thanks Darin

I just looked above at the picture of your prop,its looking alot better.:D

Great can not wait to get it back and try it out. Of course i have to wait for the ice to melt. :D :D :D :D

ICE
 

ITS SUPPOSED TO BE IN THE UPPER 70'S HERE TODAY!:D :eek:

Darin,

Thanks for doing such a great job on the prop! I will post after my test run with it, to let you know how it runs with your mods.

Thanks again for a job well done!
Jason



:D :D :D

flipj5
 

glad you like the looks hope it does the job,let me know if you need anything ,Thanks again Darin:)

Houston Prop Makes Perfomance Happen!!
 

I want to make sure everyone knows what a great job Darin at Houston Props can do.

I sent him my 19 Mirage stainless prop late last year with all three blades bent over and when I got it back it was BETTER than new.
I got to test run the new prop on my boat this weekend and it made a huge difference in the performance of the boat. Base on what I told Darin on how the prop performed on the boat he made the adjustments to make it perform better. The biggest problem I had with the prop was cavitations when trimming and when turning, now the prop does not want to leave the water, it acts like it is a four blade, which I was thinking of switching to but did not want to lose the speed. Now I have the best of both worlds and don’t have to compromise. My topd end did not increase much, but we all want that extra 2 or 3 miles an hours, and i got it!



Thanks Darin!!

:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D


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Darin, this is a copy of a thread i started in the general forum.

Thanks again!
Jason

skeguard
 

Thanks Jason for the compliments!!!!!!!!!!

looks like you need a skegguard now or have a local welding shop weld you a new Skeg on.

Thanks again Jason:)

Yeah had that taken care of during the winter.
Thanks again for a job WELL done!!

Thanks!

flipJ5
 

Thanks again for the Business,We appreciate it ,tell your friends ,Big discounts next time around.:eek: :D

Darin, I tested the prop Friday and it looks like it will need a slight refinement.

The air temp was right at 90. The boat is a monster out of the hole. Unreal and zero blow out. I hit 69@ 5000~5050RPM (GPS) but the boat really has a porpoise issue now. It seems that any positive trim I give it at WOT will make it porpoise wildly. It was a real handful at speed.

Will taking out some cup fix that? I will give you a shout Monday to discuss.

Also, midrange was fantastic and cruise speed great (50~55 mph).

Thanks...
Larry
Chesterfield Va.
2000 Sunsation 288

MLITEFAN
 

The boat is trying to go faster,hold on.:D give me a call and we can talk ,we can reduce rake,or maybe you would prefer a four bld ,let's talk.

Darin

Larry
 

Thanks for the Business.

Re: MLITEFAN
 

prop was shipped on Wednesday this week,sorry ,it was a four bld to start with, we reduced cupping and the rpm will come up ,also we thickend the trailing edge for more stern lift.this will do it.;)

Darin,
It was nice talking to you yesterday. I will ship my prop for the 25ft Outlaw today. If you would drop me a note when you get it so I know it is safe. I look forward to seeing what you can do with it. I read allot of great things about your work. (2002 Baja Outlaw w/496 HO Mag -- 23p Labbed Mirage Plus)

Thanks.

Paul

WE HAVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 

Paul,Thanks for placing your order and when the prop comes in we will call you.Thanks again!

Darin:)

Darin,
It's on its way. You should see it tomorrow.
Thanks.

Paul

Blewbyyou
 

Thanks///

the prop made it safe and sound ,Thanks so much for the Business. will be in touch!

if I need any additional info. I will call you.:)


Darin

Re: FYI,Houston Prop
 

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