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jcap 06-04-2004 10:08 PM

hey fast eddie
 
I was wondering if you run bravo or hydromotive props? I know you run smaller props with stock motors but I am trying hydromotives new round ears, can you tell me what type and size props you have tried and what speeds and rpm ?
I am currently running a labbed bravo 31 and i am just breaking 90on gps but still not happy with bow lift, i ruined a prop( yeah i hit a tab ! just installed passenger side controls for my wife to throttle) and thought this would be a good time to try something new
thanks,
Jim

HebertNecessity 06-04-2004 10:23 PM

Re: hey fast eddie
 
jcap, have you tried an ext box, I have heard the ITS is good for bow lift. I'm thinking about a Y2K with an open bow(large) and small mid-cabin(seat, storage and head) but I'm worried that the extra weight up front might make it plow. Any tips on bow lift(prop, X dim, ITS, etc...) will be helpful.

Thanks, Hugh

jcap 06-05-2004 10:05 PM

Re: hey fast eddie
 
i would be careful, all y2k owners i have talked to say no bow lift, no plowing complaints but poor bow lift! I agree a box may help, the zuperboat has a box,but i think its got a new drive now , still a box on there zup? his hull is lighter than y2ks though.I know eddie isnt on here alot but I would lov to hear your prop history on your race boat?

fastedy 06-06-2004 06:26 AM

Re: hey fast eddie
 
Jim,

Mostly I have run brovo props, 28's, at the end of the season I was running a 27 Hydomotive (cleaver) Lefty, I seemed to have a lot of slip getting on plan, and run highter rpm in the turns and alowed me to get back to top speed quicker. I thank Tom at Hydromotive has an exchange program you may contact him, I would think a round ear prop with a lot of cup should get the bow up.

Eddie

tripps 06-06-2004 07:42 AM

Re: hey fast eddie
 
Almost like a chopper prop?? tripps

jcap 06-07-2004 06:29 PM

Re: hey fast eddie
 
thanks Eddie,
I just ordered a 31 round ear lefty I will let you know how it works out


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