30' Velocity Testing...
#41
Update...
Turned them in and gained 2 mph.
Motors are turning right around 5k, one slightly under and one slightly over. Had similar conditions, 1' to 2' chop, and 2 aboard, with a little more fuel.
Come on fall weather... I think some cooler temps and it'll push 80.
Turned them in and gained 2 mph.
Motors are turning right around 5k, one slightly under and one slightly over. Had similar conditions, 1' to 2' chop, and 2 aboard, with a little more fuel.
Come on fall weather... I think some cooler temps and it'll push 80.
#42
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Not a stupid question at all. Bravo pitch is overstated generally by 2". As I recall the explanation, Merc Bravo rates the MAXIMUM pitch (as it varies within the blade) compared to Hydro and most ever other prop is rated at the AVERAGE pitch.
#45
Labbing the 30's would be quicker then 28's and probably just as much as purchasing a pair would it not?
I sent BBlades a message and am waiting to hear. I don't want to weaken the props too much, if that's even possible, but I'd like to spin them like the 28's and drop my slip into the 5-8% range from the 11% it's currently at.
I used to drive at 3% slip with these drives and engines in an old chris craft and mirage plus'.
I can only wait and see what he says, maybe my goals are just unrealistic.
I sent BBlades a message and am waiting to hear. I don't want to weaken the props too much, if that's even possible, but I'd like to spin them like the 28's and drop my slip into the 5-8% range from the 11% it's currently at.
I used to drive at 3% slip with these drives and engines in an old chris craft and mirage plus'.
I can only wait and see what he says, maybe my goals are just unrealistic.
Last edited by Kings11; 08-27-2012 at 09:17 PM.
#46
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Any dancing or chine walkin? Mine was a different boat spinning in w/shortys. And just dump your passengers out at the sandbar and run 80
#47
I still have one motor tgat is lagging behind 200-300 rpm's so I think once I get that figured out it will definitely break 80.
Stay tuned.
#48
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Couple things... Are your engines getting enough air? That engine cover looks pretty well sealed up. Most of the real fast ones have scoops / big air.
Also, can you give some specs on the small blocks? I'm planning a pair in the spring. Dart blocks, dart alum heads, air gaps, 10.5:1....
What exhaust do you have? Carbs? Especially cam. If this is too off topic, you can reply to my 30' redo thread.
Hoping the elusive 80 make is yours!
Also, can you give some specs on the small blocks? I'm planning a pair in the spring. Dart blocks, dart alum heads, air gaps, 10.5:1....
What exhaust do you have? Carbs? Especially cam. If this is too off topic, you can reply to my 30' redo thread.
Hoping the elusive 80 make is yours!
#49
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Couple things... Are your engines getting enough air? That engine cover looks pretty well sealed up. Most of the real fast ones have scoops / big air.
Also, can you give some specs on the small blocks? I'm planning a pair in the spring. Dart blocks, dart alum heads, air gaps, 10.5:1....
What exhaust do you have? Carbs? Especially cam. If this is too off topic, you can reply to my 30' redo thread.
Hoping the elusive 80 make is yours!
Also, can you give some specs on the small blocks? I'm planning a pair in the spring. Dart blocks, dart alum heads, air gaps, 10.5:1....
What exhaust do you have? Carbs? Especially cam. If this is too off topic, you can reply to my 30' redo thread.
Hoping the elusive 80 make is yours!
#50
Couple things... Are your engines getting enough air? That engine cover looks pretty well sealed up. Most of the real fast ones have scoops / big air.
Also, can you give some specs on the small blocks? I'm planning a pair in the spring. Dart blocks, dart alum heads, air gaps, 10.5:1....
What exhaust do you have? Carbs? Especially cam. If this is too off topic, you can reply to my 30' redo thread.
Hoping the elusive 80 make is yours!
Also, can you give some specs on the small blocks? I'm planning a pair in the spring. Dart blocks, dart alum heads, air gaps, 10.5:1....
What exhaust do you have? Carbs? Especially cam. If this is too off topic, you can reply to my 30' redo thread.
Hoping the elusive 80 make is yours!
Been watching your posts/pics. This hull is a great design and a blast to drive. Good luck with your project!