prop sizing

[tundra]

hope someone will help me out i have a 1999 202 crown line with the 57 efi and wondering what pitch prop i should go with elevation is about 5000 feet and i was going with a 19 pitch wasn't getting me out of the hole that great so i went to a 17 pitch haven't taking it out yet but what is the best prop sizing for my boat (skiing,tubing,fishing,all around boating) thanx from the new guy

 

[Silvertip]

Re: prop sizing

Until you actually make some test runs and note wide open throttle rpm at that altitude, we can't be of much help. The best prop is one that allows the engine to run at the top end of the manufacturers recommended WOT rpm band (about 4600 in your case).