Volvo Penta Brand Prop

[borz170]

Does anyone have any opinion on Volvo Penta brand stainless props? I found one for my 3.0 sterndrive for ~$220.

Thoughts?

 

[Dhadley]

Re: Volvo Penta Brand Prop

It depends on which drive you have. But 220 doesn't sound bad for a new ss prop.

 

[Varago]

Re: Volvo Penta Brand Prop

Sounds like may have the Sx drive if so then go check this link

http://www.stingrayboats.com/products/reviews/tb03_06.html

The VP 3 blade SS prop is one of the BEST all around props you can buy.

Dave

 

[borz170]

Re: Volvo Penta Brand Prop

Thanks for the comments. I checked out the attached link; pretty informative although I have a 3.0 rather than a 4.3.

My boat is a 2007 Larson 180 Sport. It has the VP 3.0 with the SX drive. Both the mercruiser and VP for this boat come with Aluminum 21 inch props. I have only tubed with this boat. I can climb on plane with a tube and lots of people. The fastest I have ever gone was 44 mph with perfect conditions. I am leaning toward the 21 SS, but I am also thinking about the 19 for a better hole shot. I rarely run at WOT, usually I keep her below 3600 RPMs.

I wish I could try both props...