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Old 01-09-2018 | 09:47 AM
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I currently have 26P 3 blade props
im looking to upgrade to a 30-32 4-5 blade
what can I expect from the change
o and I have brovo 1 drives and 435hp 502’s
and advise or knowledge of changes outcome will b appreciated! Thanks in advance
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Old 01-09-2018 | 01:01 PM
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Unless you are adding about 250hp to each engine, you won't be able to spin those bigger props
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Old 01-11-2018 | 03:29 PM
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Agreed as to what Griff said.
But at 1/2 throole, your cruising sppeed will be tremendous. I'm not suggesting you do it just a comment.

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