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emmettfire45 04-18-2012 08:04 PM

Some prop questions for my Bird
 
Hey all I have a quick question or two. I have a 1989 Formula 223ss. The boat is bone stock with 330 hp/700 hours. Im running 55.9 gps at 4400 rpm, which sounds normal for this boat. I have a Stainless Mirage 23p 3blade on it now. I looked but couldnt find a diameter size. The boat jumps out of the like no ones business (at least thats what it seems compared to my old one) I would bet 3-4 seconds

I would like a little more top end out of it and do not pull skiers or tubers. Any suggestions? I have done alot of research and Im at a loss still. Should I look into a four blade, cleaver style, higher pitch, or just shut up and enjoy it as is?

racinfever 04-21-2012 11:33 AM

You need a Revolution 4 pitch 21

bbladesprops 04-30-2012 03:02 PM

emmettfire45,

Sorry for missing this question.
Your doing pretty good right now. Your slip % is 12.5 and that pretty good for this hull.
I believe you are leaving about 1-2 mph on the table. This speed could be found by Lab Finishing your existing propeller. We can make some other performance enhancements to the prop as well.
Going to a 4 blade like the Rev 4 is a great mid range and fuel economy option.

Call us anytime if you wish to discuss this further.
Brett


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