Reel Steel
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- Jun 2, 2008
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I have a new 28' fibrglass deep V ocean boat that I will use for fishing charters. The boat weighs about 8000 #'s.I have tried two different props and I need something in the middle.13 1/4x15 ss 4 blade, easily exceeded max rpm's,top speed 31knots at 6200 rpm. Second try was 14 1/4 x19 ,3 blade ss that topped out at 5,000 rpm at 36 knots. The boat was full of fuel but would have about 1,ooo# additional passengers and gear. The boat easily achieved plane with either prop. I don't care about top speed but fuel efficiency is my biggest priority. Anyone have any good advice? How about a good prop shop on the west coast?