Solas prop is factory?

[Wee Hooker]

Just picked up the new 30 HP Nissan. Was suprised to see that they (Nissan) shipped it with a Solas vs OEM stamped brand for a prop. Not gripeing, just shareing.

 

[pvanv]

Re: Solas prop is factory?

The High Thrust props for 4/5/6 and 8/9.8 are made by Solas.

 

[TOHATSU GURU]

Re: Solas prop is factory?

It varies depending on the prop. The 20 and below come with a Tohatsu produced prop from Japan...But, about 50 % of the replacement props that we buy from Tohatsu are SOLAS. On the 25 and larger about 80% are now SOLAS. Tohatsu's explanation was that SOLAS could produce a prop to Tohatsu specifications for less than what Tohatsu could build one for. I personally don't like it, but at least SOLAS is made in Taiwan and not mainland China.

 

[kjellejon]

Re: Solas prop is factory?

I have a tohatsu 25 hp efi with std 11 pitch solas propeller. My top speed varies from 28-30 mph. I gain top speed when i trim out and the prop ventilates slightly.
I am wondering about the solas saturn. Is there any conversion table for a std alu and a solas steel propeller with similar performance, same wot?
Do i gain anything in converting to a solas steel prop, more bow lift and or less ventilation, or is the only way to lower the engine on the transom?

 

[pvanv]

Re: Solas prop is factory?

This could go in the prop forum...

I have a tohatsu 25 hp efi with std 11 pitch solas propeller. My top speed varies from 28-30 mph. I gain top speed when i trim out and the prop ventilates slightly.
I am wondering about the solas saturn. Is there any conversion table for a std alu and a solas steel propeller with similar performance, same wot?
Do i gain anything in converting to a solas steel prop, more bow lift and or less ventilation, or is the only way to lower the engine on the transom?