Some prop questions for my Bird
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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?
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?
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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
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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Brett Anderson / BBLADES Professional Propellers
920-295-4435 http://www.bblades.com/
[email protected]




