Time to re-prop

[fishinggrandpa]

This is great reading, but now I got a question. I own a 2001 Key West CC 19.5 with a 135 Opti Max Mercury. It weighs 2155 lbs with motor. Generally have three people onboard with about 350 lbs of gear and carry about 270 lbs of fuel. My wot should be 5600 rpm, but now is turning at 5900 rpm. Right now I have crappy S/S Balistic prop on and I'm not sure of the size. It came with the boat. The blades flexes to much and I don't have the speed like I used to. When I bought the boat, it would do about 50mph at 5600 rpm, but not now. I would like to replace this prop with something that doesn't flex as much, good on gas and speed that can get me out of the way of a storm. All the reseach I have done, points me toward a 14.5X17 in S/S. Can someone advise me on a better size maybe? and maybe a brand name? I got a headach just thinking about all the varibles. Thanks

 

[Dhadley]

Re: Time to re-prop

Welcome!

I'd suggest a Stiletto. You can get one here at iboats or I can get you the dealer's name & number in Punta Gorda. Email me at dhadley50@aol.com if you need assistance in contating the local dealer.

 

[fishinggrandpa]

Re: Time to re-prop

Thanks for the advice and the Stiletto was first on my list. I always like to hear from others. What about 3 blade verses 4 blade. Would I gain by going to 4 bladed prop. To OLD to water skiing so wife & I just fish now. And if you advice on 4 blade, what size prop? Prop cost tons of money so I want to do it right the first time if I can! Again Thanks