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Have an 1890 proV with a 200 EFI. Wot at 5600. Runs on a 21pitch Laser II. Want to go to a trophy plus with a small hub. Where is a good place to start,... a 21pitch? or less? Thanks in advance.
chadk66
07-27-2001, 01:02 PM
What are you reasons for considering a different prop? Is performance bad in some areas or what? Just curious.
A Trophy won't help you and the Lazer is ok but a larger diameter prop would help. What kind of motor do you have?
I've got a 175 Opti, what large dia. prop would you recommend. Thanks....Glen
Was looking at a Off Shore 19 pitch...
T-Mac
07-27-2001, 02:19 PM
Boy, I sure did not like the way a Trophy acted on my Lund when I tried it. It felt like a clutch that was slipping badly.
I ran one on a Ranger 518 and it was fine, but it sure did take it's time "hooking up" when on my Lund.
Just my humble opinion, but a Mirage or Tempest might get you more top end than that Lazer, and still react more like what you are used to.
chadk66
07-27-2001, 06:16 PM
I had the exact results with a trophy. I put a Mirage Plus on and it was by far the best prop I tried. Haven't tried a tempest but have heard they are great props on heavier boats.
T-Mac took the words right out of my mouth, Tempest or Mirage. They are both good props for your Lund and Mercury 175. With the larger diameter prop you can raise you motor up on the transom.
Chad66
The Tempest is a little bit smaller diameter prop then the Mirage but performs very close. The Tempest will give you great bow lift and the top end might be a a mile and hour slower. I tested both props and I bought a Mirage but I might buy a Tempest in the future........................