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Old 07-16-2008, 12:47 PM
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Originally Posted by socalstone
I have not tried a Mirage. I'd bet a 29 would work well out of the box. I've been thinking a 3 blade might be good (less stern lift) etc. but I was under the impression they only went up to 26 or so. I'm going to look into that. Thanks for the info
The Mirage+ goes up to 29. I would try one. Even with a shorty I bet you're deep enough to run a M+. It may slip a little getting on plane but once up it should work well.
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Originally Posted by daredevil
Sorry to ask this, i just read this thread.
Are you saying that if your drive is level to the bottom of the Hull ( straight ) the propshaft is 6 inches below the bottom ?

Yes, he is saying at neutral trim his propshaft is 6-6.5" below the bottom of his boat.
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