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    Prop advice for newbie!!

    Re: Prop advice for newbie!! Your best bang for the buck(and quality) would be the Solas Rubex 4 (aluminum) in 14-4/5 X 17. It's just $118.94 right here. That includes the hub kit and everything needed for installation. It produces stronger acceleration than a 3 blade, better cruising...
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    Would changing pitch make a difference?

    Re: Would changing pitch make a difference? Are you saying that your boat will not stay on plane at 25 mph? Changing props is not the answer to attain a slower planing speed. Using a Doel Fin will allow your boat to plane off at a much slower speed.
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    2001 Merc 5.7 carbed Maxum 2300 SR Prop Suggestion

    Re: 2001 Merc 5.7 carbed Maxum 2300 SR Prop Suggestion I recommend you try out a larger diameter prop with less pitch. Your current prop is just 14-1/2" in diameter. A good candidate would be a Solas Rubex L3 SS 15-1/2 X 17, if you want to go SS. The same size is available in the Solas...
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    Bowrider

    Re: Bowrider How did riding around in a 17 ft Whaler give you the idea of getting a bowrider? You might be better off with something like a deck boat.
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    please help 1978 bayliner

    Re: please help 1978 bayliner This is a 1978 Bayliner 2150 Liberty. Sorta looks like yours.
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    1998 Force 75 vibration

    Re: 1998 Force 75 vibration This is what the factory outboard version looks like.
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    Question on hydrofoil

    Re: Question on hydrofoil Mention the word "hydrofoil" here and get booed off the stage. I had never heard of putting any sort of trim tab on a small boat until I read this forum. Itr sounds like all he really needs to do(with manual trim) is set his motor in a hole closer to the...
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    Does the perfect boat even exist?

    Re: Does the perfect boat even exist? The perfect boat? It's called a catamaran. They are available in CC and walk around cuddy versions in your size. A few brands that come to mind are Glacier Bay, World Cat, Twin Vee boats, and Splendor boats. Any of those have models that could meet...
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    My Pontoon boat is ventilating. Changed prop

    Re: My Pontoon boat is ventilating. Changed prop Lots of folks(including pontoon boat owners) use this little device to stop ventilation issues. It's called a Doel Fin.
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    Boat Pulling to the Right a Low Speed - What's Normal?

    Re: Boat Pulling to the Right a Low Speed - What's Normal? The trim tab cannot be adjusted to work at all speeds/trim settings. We highly recommend hydraulic steering for no fee back on larger engines.
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    21' Tracker 'fun deck' boat?

    Re: 21' Tracker 'fun deck' boat? Here's a better view. If you're going to refer to that as a john boat, then there is no hope.
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    21' Tracker 'fun deck' boat?

    Re: 21' Tracker 'fun deck' boat? Another sample. Not exactly a john boat. :)
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    21' Tracker 'fun deck' boat?

    Re: 21' Tracker 'fun deck' boat? This is a v hull aluminum boat; not a pontoon boat.
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    I need help with a prop please!!

    Re: I need help with a prop please!! Take the prop to a shop and have them check the hub for slippage. A 19' prop is not out of line for that set up; a 19 ft, 3000 lb(wet) boat with a 4.3L depending on the gear ratio. The Mercury prop calculator says at 5700 rpm with a 2.0 ratio, you...
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    Props

    Re: Props No trim tabs; good. I just needed to check before suggesting that you put a set of Doel Fins on your outdrive. These little hydrofoils will get you planing off in half the time, as well as improve the over all handling of your boat. I call them the $40 wonder. :)
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    anyone run a 23' bayliner

    Re: anyone run a 23' bayliner I have a Bayliner 2359 Rendezvous. The prop depends on which power plant. Mine has the 4.3L(220) and came equipped with the Quicksilver 15.5 X 18 pitch. That prop does 4600rpm(at WOT) and gives good all around performance. I run a Solas 15.5 X 17 pitch for...
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    bayliner rendezvous 2659

    Re: bayliner rendezvous 2659 Mine is a '96 2359. Routine maintenance and normal care; and it'll last a long time.
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    starter boat buying help needed.

    Re: starter boat buying help needed. This is a pontoon boat.
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    Boats with Layout similiar to Bayliner 219 SD

    Re: Boats with Layout similiar to Bayliner 219 SD This is a Bayliner deck boat. If it has a full windshield, it's a bow rider. :)
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    Is there ever a GOOD bayliner?

    Re: Is there ever a GOOD bayliner? Yes; there are lots of good Bayliners. Perhaps that's the reason they sell so many. Number one selling brand? My 1996 Bayliner passes as a 2 year old boat. It has obviously been taken care of. That's a 2011 photo. :)
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