Help with choosing correct prop...

emilime75

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I have a friend who owns a 22' Crest pontoon with a Suzuki DF60. They are both 02 models, purchased new as a package. My friend is older and has had major back surgery from which he is still recovering so I am helping with maintenance and repairs on his boat.

The 60hp motor on this boat currently maxes out at about 4200-4400 rpm. According to the motor's documentation, it should top out at 5300-5800 rpm. Otherwise the motor runs great.

Can anyone help me with choosing the correct type, size and pitch for a new prop for this boat? It's a pontoon, so hole shots are not a priority. We mainly use it for cruising and sometimes we'll max it out when heading to a certain destination.

Thank you.
 

Bondo

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Re: Help with choosing correct prop...

Can anyone help me with choosing the correct type, size and pitch for a new prop for this boat?

Ayuh,... What Size prop is on it Now,..??
 

emilime75

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Re: Help with choosing correct prop...

I don't actually know, not at the moment anyway. I will take a look next time I'm at his house.
 

steelespike

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Re: Help with choosing correct prop...

You'll find the numbers on the barrel or under the prop nut.
 
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