Re: Prop choice
Haven't had much input since my last posting, so I purchased a Solas Amitra 4 Blade 14.5 X 17 aluminum prop. Tried it this weekend. What a difference in performance. With 6 adults in the boat and two 100+ children in a tub, the holeshot was incredable. The boat handled exceptionally well in all aspects, cavatating only slightly in the tightess of turns. Excellent handling throughout the RPM range. Forgot to try topend with all eight aboard. I did some experimenting with just two adults (normally my wife and I). The boat planed almost immediately. Lost about 2 MPH @ 3200 RPM (now 27 instead of previous 29 with a 3 blade 19 pitch) and continued incremental loss up to 4800RPM where I stopped increasing, don't know where it would max out. My top speed at 4800 RPM was 41 MPH (all by GPS). A great prop for such a low price of $100.00. I think I may purchase a 19 pitch, since it will mostly be just two people onboard.
I hope this helps anyone else with selecting a reasonably priced prop. Welcome any comments.
