Re: recomend pitch on my prop
If your WOT is up to factory specs for engine/boat length/weight/etc., combintation and you're looking for a better hole shot you may be able to go to a larger diameter prop, or even a 4 blade, utilizing the same pitch you have now.<br /><br />When increasing the diameter of your prop keep in mind that aluminum props will bend-flex to the rear, where as stainless props do not, so you want to make sure you have room between your aluminum prop and the (trim tab)(upside down adjustable skeg) mounted just above your prop so they don't collide at higher rpms. <br /><br />Some outdrives don't have a trim tab above the prop and if yours does not then the aluminum prop flex info is not an issue.<br /><br />If your RPMs at WOT are not making it to 3000 or 3500 then I would for sure, downsize your pitch to 17 like Bondo says. <br /><br />Dropping from 19 to 17 Pitch will increase your RPM at WOT but I'm not really convinced it will get you outa the hole quicker than you're getting out now.<br /><br />Maybe you could get back to the board here with more info on WOT RPM etc.<br /><br />Also make sure whoever you purchase your prop from will let you exchange it at no cost till you get the correct one you need. <br /><br />Please note that I am not a prop pitch expert.<br />I am only trying to assist with facts I've experienced personaly with my own boats over the years.