Prop Question-73 40hp evinrude

[1506cmo18]

I chipped my prop last time I was out and am looking at buying a new one. I dont know much about props and pitches....The boat takes off and plains fine but am curious if I can squeeze some more top end out of it or lower end? Any help on which to buy would be great!

 

[Andy in NY]

Re: Prop Question-73 40hp evinrude

it will be a sacrifice either way. you can go with a higher pitch and get a better hole shot, or a lower pitch and get a few mph. but watch out either way, too high and the motor will over rev. too low and it will lug.