Ski Prop for Scarab 22
 

I have a 98 Scarab 22 with a stock carbed 454. The prop is a 25P Mirage Plus. It runs 4400 rpm and 68 mph (speedo, I haven't checked it with GPS yet) and I am very satisfied with the boat except for holeshot. I weigh 180 lbs. and it will not pull me up on a slalom ski with the driver only in the boat. I could use this prop for cruising and another for skiing. Any recommendations for a ski prop? Would a Mirage Plus 23P be a better all around prop or would I bump the rev limiter? Would it gain me a lot for holeshot - I want a lot more? What about a 4 or 5 blade? If this prop will be strictly for skiing, I won't be concerned with top end.

Re: Ski Prop for Scarab 22
 

Walker, I have a '99 Laveycraft 21xcs w/ the 7.4 mpi. I have a Bravo 4 blade 22p, and my boat can get me up on one ski, and I weigh 215. My top end is around 63.

Vern

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I have a 22ft Hammer w/ Mirage 23p, this might be what your looking for, I don't bump the rev limiter either. I think we're actually looking at the same thing.....I want a 25p and you want something with better holeshot. I'd be more then happy to work out a swap if your interested, can send pics also if you need?

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Gwalker, I also have a 22 Scarab and had the same problem. It came with a 25 mirage+. The boat went fast enough but out of the hole it was terrible, and I just didn't like how it worked all-around. Then I was told a plain not + 23 mirage was the hot set-up. Not good, I Can't even give you any numbers. It was on the boat for a total of 20 minutes. I was told that a 4 Blade would not work well on my boat from several people. I could not find anybody to talk to who had tried a Bravo. I bought a new 22 4 blade Bravo. It will pull me out of the water 215lbs with 4 people in the boat. It turned it in to a whole different boat, for the good. The only problem is I could use more pitch for top end. With the 22 I'm turning [email protected] on the gps. To fast for a stock 7.4. I would like to try a 24, I think it would still be ok out of the hole with better top end. I was also thinking of having Darin at Houston prop convert my 25+ into one of his Acclerator props. Sorry this is so long, I just wanted to give some history. If you would like to talk, pm me. Only my opinion, Doug

Re: Ski Prop for Scarab 22
 

For improved hole shot, acceleration I would run a Bravo I 4B. In fact I did on my 22 Scarab with a 454. It was a great all around prop. I have test props for those interested.

Julie

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Funny you should mention......
I have a spare 25p Mirage in very good shape, and have been wanting to try a 23p Mirage on my 20' Cig (454/365 w/Bravo).
I'll take some pictures tomorrow if you are interested. :cool:

Thanks,
Uncle Ernie

Re: Ski Prop for Scarab 22
 

Hey Throttleup, I have a stock 454 bravo 1 in my 22 scarab with the 25 mirage plus. I would like to get more ummph but I dont ski behind mine. Just use it in the ocean in Ventura, CA. Any suggestions?

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I have to give credit where it's due Julie & Matt at Throttle up recommended the Bravo for me. It works great thanks, Doug

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Julie,

I might be interested, what would you recommend for top speed only? My four blade is great all-around, but I would like to get that big number (for me!!) on some days.

Vern

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What about a five blade for skiing holeshot on a Scarab 22???

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Houston Prop's Accellerator conversion really improved the holeshot & midrange of my 22' Scarab. My prop originaly was a Mirage plus 25P. My speedo (not gps) is showing 74 at 4800 RPM. the best I got with the Stock Mirage plus was right at 70 (again not gps) I don't have any trouble getting a skier out of the water but then again we ski with the tabs down.

If I was going to ski all the time I would probably reccomend a high-five 21-P because on my old bowrider it was an excelent prop to ski with.

Roby

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I want whatever prop Roby has. Seems to attract women.

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Airshares,

What is your WOT RPm and speed with the 25P Mirage Plus. I beleive to acheive your goals going to a 4B will give the additional "Uumph" you are looking for. That is, if it is improved hole shot, better cruise and improved accleration you want. We can decide on the pitch and propeller make with a little more information.

Julie

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Doug,

Thank you! I am glad to hear you are running well!

Julie

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Vern,

Can you give me some specifics about WOT and RPM ? I believe that there are a few options to acheive your goals!

Julie

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gwalker,

The Mercury High Five is a great prop for skiing. It will have great accelleration and hole shot!

Julie

Re: Ski Prop for Scarab 22
 

go with the 24p bravo 1 i had the same boat a few years ago with 25p mirage. When we put the 24 b1 we lost no top end and gained huge bottom end. :drink:

Re: Ski Prop for Scarab 22
 

just sold my 454 22 Scarab. It would pull your arms off with a 21- 3 blade. I ran it most of the time with a 24 4 blade and it would pull me up with a wakeboard but tough on slalom.I could only get 62 mph with the 21. I would follow HP's Rec and get a 22 4 blade or maybe better all around a 23 4blade.

Re: Ski Prop for Scarab 22
 

Julie,

Could you please compare the Bravo I 22" and the High Five in whatever pitch you recommend for my Scarab 22. I am gathering that the Bravo will be better all around, but the High Five will give me a better holeshot.
Thanks much.

Gary

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Gary,

You are right. The Bravo I would be a great all around prop for running and pulling.

Julie

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I am just wonderin'.....................

Which one is Roby???????????

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Check the shadow. :D:D

Roby

julie
 

Julie I have tried two props so far. I'm waiting on the MAX RPM at wot from Victory Marine on my 5.7. I was told 315hp stock and I added EMI thunder exhaust. I am getting 5100 rpm with both
a 21p Vengance and 23p mirage plus. Speed was 63 with 21p and 65 with 23p Mirage plus with 22-24 gallons of gas, me and wife, and chairs,ice chest with 2 cases beer and other stuff. Lost very little hole shot.

Boat is a 1992 Baja 204 (20'4") with new 5.7

Any answers or idea's that would work for me

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OK,

Now I see ya, JUST CHECKIN!!!!!

DAMN,

I need to get out to Texas!!!!!!!!!!

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TexasBaja204,

In order to dial your boat in we need the information from Victory Marine on the WOT RPM. From this info we will know exactly were we need to be. Keep me posted.

Julie
Throttle Up Propellers
877-842-6855

Specs
 

I should get answes today, I also emailed you last night. I'll forward the info as soon as i get it.

Dave

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Julie,

At WOT I am at 4900 rpms, thanks!

Vern