OK, here's my situation (has been discussed in other areas here at iBoats). I have a 1985 19' bowrider that I think weighs about 3200# or so, then add in 3-5 people usually (sometimes more, but usually me and the kids, wife maybe). So it's a very heavy boat for it's size, deep V. It had a 200hp Mercruiser 305 5.0L engine which was only able to swing a 17" prop to maybe 4200 rpm and about 40 mph WOT.
So, for no good reason, I repowered it with a used mid-90's 350 5.7L Vortec carbed engine - I think 280hp. I'll be testing it soon, can't wait! I have a 19" SS prop that I plan to use initially. The ID numbers on this prop are : 48-88440-19
Can anyone tell me what those mean? I assume the "19" is the pitch. Can you tell what make of prop this is by these codes? I see no other indication of what brand this prop is.
Lastly, if i want to try another SS prop at some point, either because the 19" isn't enough prop or it's just not a great prop, any brand suggestions that are mid-priced (not a $500 prop)? This is for general use - cruising, water sports, etc.
So, for no good reason, I repowered it with a used mid-90's 350 5.7L Vortec carbed engine - I think 280hp. I'll be testing it soon, can't wait! I have a 19" SS prop that I plan to use initially. The ID numbers on this prop are : 48-88440-19
Can anyone tell me what those mean? I assume the "19" is the pitch. Can you tell what make of prop this is by these codes? I see no other indication of what brand this prop is.
Lastly, if i want to try another SS prop at some point, either because the 19" isn't enough prop or it's just not a great prop, any brand suggestions that are mid-priced (not a $500 prop)? This is for general use - cruising, water sports, etc.