prop question

[mike stover]

Can someone explain how to know what props are lifting props?

For example, need lifting prop for sport 40, but its all just a bunch of numbers.

I have a prop guide but it doesnt list properties (lifting, etc.).

Thanks, Mike

 

[Zach Davis]

Can someone explain how to know what props are lifting props?For example, need lifting prop for sport 40, but its all just a bunch of numbers.

I have a prop guide but it doesnt list properties (lifting, etc.).

Thanks, Mike

Mike,

Happy New Year. The second post has a list that is helpful. http://www.intlwaters.com/index.php?showto...186&hl=free

Enjoy,,

Zach

 

[mike stover]

Can someone explain how to know what props are lifting props?For example, need lifting prop for sport 40, but its all just a bunch of numbers.

I have a prop guide but it doesnt list properties (lifting, etc.).

Thanks, Mike

Mike,

Happy New Year. The second post has a list that is helpful. http://www.intlwaters.com/index.php?showto...186&hl=free

Enjoy,,

Zach

Thanks Zach, very helpful!!!

Happy New Year to you, And all members of IW

Mike

 

[Dan Hydro]

Mike,

this link will explain what each letters and numbers means for the Octura props.

http://www.astecmodels.co.uk/props.htm

Dan.

 

[shoboat]

Mike,

A 1452 or a 1455 would be a great place to get started.

Have Fun, But Be Careful,

Mark Sholund

 

[AndyBrown]

It appears that you have a Whiplash and that you are relatively new. Ask Brain Blazer ( he may chime in ).

The 1400 series props may be good for that hull, but the X series props are more user friendly. I would start with an X450.

If you are using 40% nitro or less, the X447 or X448 might be a good choice.

The 1400 props have more lift than the X props, but they are more critical to set up on some boats and often, but not always, need cupping.

 

[ALLAN YUEN]

Best X448 or X548 for your good O.S.46 great stable another most popular X450/3 or X450 and Prather P-235 for Sport40 Good Luck!

 

[mike stover]

It appears that you have a Whiplash and that you are relatively new. Ask Brain Blazer ( he may chime in ).
The 1400 series props may be good for that hull, but the X series props are more user friendly. I would start with an X450.

If you are using 40% nitro or less, the X447 or X448 might be a good choice.

The 1400 props have more lift than the X props, but they are more critical to set up on some boats and often, but not always, need cupping.

Andy,

I have already talked to Brian Blazer, he is who told me to get a lifting prop. I guess what i left out of my question is that my whiplash has a front mount tank, with mid radio box, Brian said for that setup i would need to use a lifting prop to help prevent blow-over when fuel gets low. Thank you for your input, and any other suggestions you may have now that you know the whole story. I am trying to find a way to make it handle well without having to do major reconstructive surgery. I havent even run the boat yet, but have been told it gets very nose light when fuel gets low. Any other ideas?

Mike

 

[AndyBrown]

It appears that you have a Whiplash and that you are relatively new. Ask Brain Blazer ( he may chime in ).
The 1400 series props may be good for that hull, but the X series props are more user friendly. I would start with an X450.

If you are using 40% nitro or less, the X447 or X448 might be a good choice.

The 1400 props have more lift than the X props, but they are more critical to set up on some boats and often, but not always, need cupping.

Andy,

I have already talked to Brian Blazer, he is who told me to get a lifting prop. I guess what i left out of my question is that my whiplash has a front mount tank, with mid radio box, Brian said for that setup i would need to use a lifting prop to help prevent blow-over when fuel gets low. Thank you for your input, and any other suggestions you may have now that you know the whole story. I am trying to find a way to make it handle well without having to do major reconstructive surgery. I havent even run the boat yet, but have been told it gets very nose light when fuel gets low. Any other ideas?

Mike

I would still start with the X prop since you have not run the boat yet. Just add more shaft angle to get the required lift.

The X props are plentiful in size ranges and you can find used ones to try. This will give you a good idea where to start when looking for a higher lifting 1400 prop.....which may need to be tweeked.