I recently completed some preliminary performance testing prior to making the prop swap from the 3 blade to a 4 blade Solas 12.5 X 19P.
2008 Lowe 165 F/S powered by a 2008 Merc 90 ELPTO 2S. QuickSilver Alum. 12.75 X 21P. Recommended operating range 5000-5500 rpm.
Test 1.
Motor mounted top...
I finally got around to installing a Solas 4 blade prop (1413-125-19) on my 2008 Merc 90 ELPTO, ran into a couple of fitment issues.
1. The OEM 21P QuickSilver prop has a bevel on the backside to accommodate the bevel on the prop shaft, The Solas does not?
2. The Solas prop would contact the...
