Prop

[pescaru]

Just wondering if you guys have any experiences with 4 blade props vs. 3 blade.
I did the prop selector and it came up with both.

Cheers
Vic

 

[Degree of Freedom]

Generally...4 or 5 blades have better hole-shot but lower top end than the equivalent pitch/diameter 3 blade. A 3 blade sized to give your engine's recommended WOT range at full throttle is the best for all round performance.
If you're not pulling skiiers, go with a 3 blade
Just my opinion.

 

[explorer185]

Did you use a prop selector link from a previous topic or another one, if so can you post that other link, I'm trying to find others to compare.

 

[pescaru]

http://appcenter.mercurymarine.com/propSelector/home.do

This is what I used for a 150 optimax offshore, 1850lbs boat with around 1000lbs people and gear, all around performance

vic