Prop Exchange Question

[TwoBallScrewBall]

Do dealers usually take returns or exchanges on props? I'm asking because I just bought a new 14X17 for my boat because I was spinning too many R's, and it's still spinning a bit too high (5100 or so, should be 4200 - 4600). I want to swap it out for a 14X19, I know he has one in stock because we were trying to decide whether to go with the 17 or 19 while I was there. It's got about 15 minutes on it and there ain't a scratch on it. I also degreased the hub completely. <br /><br />I know that nothing anyone here says really matters since the dealer is going to tell me his policy, but I was just wondering what everyone else's experince was.<br /><br />Thanks!

 

[fireship1]

Re: Prop Exchange Question

Hello, Dealers usually let you try out a prop and exchange it for a different pitch if the one you tried didn't work out. But....like you said, your dealer's policy may be different. If it is sellable condition I don't see why he wouldn't let you upgrade.

 

[Bondo]

Re: Prop Exchange Question

Ya, It's up to the Guy you dealt with...........<br />The Prop Shop up here Does do it that way..........<br /><br />Don't you think a 21", Might be a Better Choice ????

 

[Spidybot]

Re: Prop Exchange Question

Yeah, that's pretty normal.<br /><br />Didn't the dealer mention anything about it before you bought it? They're offering that service as a means of creating business so they like to tell about it.

 

[TwoBallScrewBall]

Re: Prop Exchange Question

Bondo, you tell me!<br /><br />Right now, with 4 people and a full tank at WOT I maxed at about 5100 with the 14X17. Would a 14X21 be a better choice than the 14X19?

 

[Bondo]

Re: Prop Exchange Question

Well,<br />By the #s, You'd Still be at 4700rpms with the 19" prop.....<br />If you run Without all the Extra people, You'd be back up around 5000rpms........<br />I'm Thinking the 21" would get you Down to a more Reasonable rpm..........<br />IF it's Too Big, Your Man could Beat it down to a 20"............<br /><br />If your Man will Work With you,<br />Try Them All...............................

 

[Walt T]

Re: Prop Exchange Question

Be sure your tach is correct.

 

[TwoBallScrewBall]

Re: Prop Exchange Question

Thanks everyone. <br /><br />Well I had no problem exchanging the prop. I went with the 19, the dealer said that the mercs will spin the 21 but the cobras are more suited for the 19. He was right. With 4 people on today with the 19, my WOT was about 4200. <br /><br />On top of that, I can fully plane at about 2800, cruise along at a good clip at 3000-3500, and she really moves along now wide open. Of course today I forgot the GPS but it was definitely quicker on the top end by a good bit. I didn't notice too much of a hit on my holeshot going from the 15 to 17, but going from the 17 to 19 it's definitely lost that 'push you into the seat' accelleration. <br /><br />This is the right prop, definitely feels like a good match to me. <br /><br />Thanks again guys.

 

[Cobra SX]

Re: Prop Exchange Question

i take it we are talking about Alum prop , not stainless right ? Because stainless will gain more on the top end right?

 

[TwoBallScrewBall]

Re: Prop Exchange Question

Yeah it's aluminum. Stainless will give you a little more of everything, since the blades are stiffer. A little more holeshot, and a little more top end. And a little lighter checkbook. <br /><br />