What prop 1979 evinrude 85 hp

[bigbears]

Ok , since I got the water issue resolved now I'm going out for the 4th but my prop has a small nick in one of the blades. What prop size do you suggest? The boat is 79 16 ft. aluminum starcraft and the motor is a 1979 evinrude 85 hp. Fo use I'm mostly a fishing guy but the family also wants to pull a tube or kneeboard behind it. Isthere a good prop that could keep the whole family happy? Thanks again for the help. Neil

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: What prop 1979 evinrude 85 hp

17" pitch

 

[F_R]

Re: What prop 1979 evinrude 85 hp

Agreed, the 17" is a good all-purpose prop for most boats.

"Small nick in one of the blades"?? Around here, that would be considered a good prop. A large chunk missing or bent blades is another story.

 

[RicMic]

Re: What prop 1979 evinrude 85 hp

I had a 16' boat with an 85 Johnson on it and the 17" pitch was perfect.

 

[bigbears]

Re: What prop 1979 evinrude 85 hp

ok sounds like i'm going with a 17. Thanks alot for the help.