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chriseldridge 03-17-2009 09:47 AM

'22 Wellcraft Scarab Prop Issues
 
Hey

I am a new owner of a '22 Wellcraft Scarab. It has a 454 with a Bravo outdrive. It has a 26 pitch 3 blade prop on it, and in my opinion is way to high pitched for this boat. It cavitates out of the whole and I really have to work with it to plane it out.... What are your thoughts on a prop for me??

Thanks!

Chris

fastscarab22 03-17-2009 03:01 PM

if it has stock power , 23 pitch mirage, or 25 mirage will work great and jump on plane scott

1BIGJIM 03-17-2009 03:18 PM

I would try a 23 mirage plus. Yes a 26 is why to big for stock power.

chriseldridge 03-17-2009 08:36 PM

Thank you!! I was guessing a 22 or 23 myself.... What kind of hole shot can i expect? FYI the 454 has aluminum heads and has roller rockers on it.... Not sure if this makes a HUGE difference or not.... What are your thoughts???

Thanks!

CE

bbladesprops 03-20-2009 12:28 PM

You need to know where you want to turn the engine at WOT. Also the current WOT rpm #.

Then determine your performance goals. We have test propellers for loan if you would like to try some.

B

fireboatpilot 04-02-2009 11:10 PM

24' Checkmate, 454, bravo, mild mods done. 23P for sking/tubing, 25P for speed, 65mph at 4800rpm.


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