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- Sep 7, 2010
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I upgraded to a 2004 Playcraft 24' pontoon with a 135 Honda. We had it out on it's maiden voyage and found it to be a great pontoon. BUT. While the acceleration is great the wot speed is not. The best I could do was 22 on gps at 5200 rpm. Adjusting the trim made no difference in speed and the rpm would only rise to 5300. The facts: It is a tritoon with a lined bottom and lifting strakes (4). Weight according to Playcraft's site is 2600. 2 adults, 3 kids, and the usuall stuff. Smooth conditions with minimal wind. Bimini top up or down, no difference. Engine freshly serviced. Prop is a 3 blade SS 14 3/4 x 16.
My guess is to drop the pitch to 14 with a slight increase in diameter but will that give much more top speed? Your thoughts? Thanks
My guess is to drop the pitch to 14 with a slight increase in diameter but will that give much more top speed? Your thoughts? Thanks