Jet vs Prop

Krichbourg

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Any thoughts on Jet propelled vs prop. I'm on a motor hunt, (115 range) and am considering all options. Pros, cons, opinions. Let me know what you think.
 

Chinewalker

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Re: Jet vs Prop

Jets are good for skinny water, that's about it. They tend to be less efficient for a given horsepower, .ie a 115hp with a jet unit will perform more like a 90, but use the fuel of the 115.
 

Chris1956

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Re: Jet vs Prop

Prop is much more efficient (30% more) than jet OB. Of course, if the water is real shallow, props are difficult to keep undamaged
 

Krichbourg

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Re: Jet vs Prop

Thanks, I didn't realize there was a big efficiency difference. When I'm going in real shallow water, I'll take the canoe or kayak. Looks like it's prop for me.
 
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