The Difference a New Prop Makes

[Graphiterod]

This spring I replaced an aluminum 13 1/14" 17 pitch prop on my 98 Honda 130 BFA, with a new SS Solas 13 1/4" 17 pitch prop. It makes a huge difference in hole shot and speed.

On my 18 foot Outrage, with one person and light fishing gear, the boat planned at 1900/2000 RPM. At 4,500 RPM I reached 37 mph. Last year, with the aluminum prop, I would plan at 3,500 PRM, and would reach a max speed of 38/39 mph at WOT.

I haven't checked the rpm or speed at WOT, yet.

I can't believe the difference the new SS prop makes.

 

[gss036]

Re: The Difference a New Prop Makes

The stainless props really grab the water better than the alum ones. The only downside is thier weight.

 

[Graphiterod]

Re: The Difference a New Prop Makes

The SS prop is definitely heavier, but not by enough to make removal or installation more difficult.

With the new prop there is no noticeable difference to dead rise or the water line.