72 aristocrat 9-teen 120 write or wrong prop

[dude26420]

i have a 14.5x18 4blade prop that came off a 165 drive on my 120, is this the write prop for a 1500pound boat with a 1200 pound capacity , i plan on havin it loaded with people and gear, just fishing no speed racing around,this is my first real boat an would hate to waste mine and everybodyelse"s time with a simple prop change thanks for any advise

 

[usskydvr]

Re: 72 aristocrat 9-teen 120 write or wrong prop

Really need to know your WOT RPM with typical planned load ( people, fuel, gear, etc) with current prop.

 

[dude26420]

Re: 72 aristocrat 9-teen 120 write or wrong prop

thanks for answering sorry i haven't had it in the water yet i will repost after the weekend

 

[steelespike]

Re: 72 aristocrat 9-teen 120 write or wrong prop

Assuming a healthy motor a 19ft with 120 fully loaded I think you may end up with a 15 and have to watch your rpm when light.
Best way to check the 18 is to do some runs with light load.remind us the prop size and give us your max rpm and speed.