pcmpete
Petty Officer 1st Class
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- Apr 24, 2009
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I have a new setup going into my latest project boat.
Boat details are:
17ft Tri hull bowrider
Weight was 1700lb with old Mercruiser 470 / MC1 drive
I am putting in a Ford 302 and volvo 280 drive (1.61 ratio short hub)
(approx extra 300-400lbs)
I never ran the boat with the old setup so I no figures to go by.
The new motor should have a WOT of 4200-4400 but with good low end torque
Smart Tabs will be fitted to help lift the stern with the heavier motor.
Boat will be used for general fun and towing.
I am looking at the Solas Amita 4 blade 14x21 prop.
Would this be too much prop for my setup or a good starting point?
Thanks
Boat details are:
17ft Tri hull bowrider
Weight was 1700lb with old Mercruiser 470 / MC1 drive
I am putting in a Ford 302 and volvo 280 drive (1.61 ratio short hub)
(approx extra 300-400lbs)
I never ran the boat with the old setup so I no figures to go by.
The new motor should have a WOT of 4200-4400 but with good low end torque
Smart Tabs will be fitted to help lift the stern with the heavier motor.
Boat will be used for general fun and towing.
I am looking at the Solas Amita 4 blade 14x21 prop.
Would this be too much prop for my setup or a good starting point?
Thanks