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  1. J

    22' pontoon prop question.

    a "constant speed" prop would solve most of our issues....🤔
  2. J

    22' pontoon prop question.

    eh, yeah,...dealing with fluid dynamics, I'm no engineer. I've dragged race so "traction" I understand. A prop needs "traction", yes I look at "propping " more as changing gears because there is no transmission per se. A prop is the only variable in an otherwise "fixed" system, unlike a race car.
  3. J

    22' pontoon prop question.

    no insult taken, at all. My belief is that "slip" takes care of itself if I use a prop that keeps me in the manufacturers recommended rpm range @ WOT. And I prop for slightly over that rpm when by myself so as to be in the upper rpm range when under load. Therefore, slip and speed are just what...
  4. J

    22' pontoon prop question.

    "bounces on the rev limiter the prop is a quick silver 77342a45(p15) 13.75" x 15p 3 blade aluminum." "also ordered a 4 blade aluminum mercury nemesis 13.8 x 13p" Um, Unless your tach was way off, which you didn't verify, you've basically ordered a prop that will put your rpms at 5700+ under...
  5. J

    22' pontoon prop question.

    roughly what calculations #'s say from prop selectors and internet opinions: 3-13.75x16 3-14x16 3-15x15 3-16x14 4-14x15, 4-14x16 4-15x14 4-16x13 I'm illustrating how #'s work. Technically, these props would theoretically produce the same results.....emphasis theoretically. not saying props exist...
  6. J

    22' pontoon prop question.

    thanks for the pic. I always fix what is wrong (car,boat, etc.) regardless of whether I think it is the problem or not.....so.... That prop is chewed up and needs replacing regardless. Maybe you could redress (file) it. I'm not there. Also, just maybe the hub is "spinning". Like I said, your...
  7. J

    22' pontoon prop question.

    The stationary water line isn't the correct reference. Generally, the plate should be at or slightly below the bottom of the pontoon's motor pod. Like it is for a Vhull, at or slightly below the center of the "V". This is a starting point. When underway at speed, the plate should be at...
  8. J

    22' pontoon prop question.

    ok... so, yep, your over the rpm limit@WOT..So you go up an inch on pitch. general rules: 1inch +/- pitch, decreases/increases rpm by 200 rpm +/-. 1" diameter +/-, decreases/increases rpm by 100 +/-..
  9. J

    22' pontoon prop question.

    what is the diameter of your pontoons? Makes a big difference. I have a 2006 , 24' pontoon, 25" diameter toons and a 2021 Mercury 115 hp CT, purchased new. By myself I get 26 mph, 5800+ rpm @WOT. Both a Merc 4-14x14 and a 3-16x13 props give these numbers. A merc. 3-16x12 prop gets me over 6000...
  10. J

    New Stuff on Vehicles likes/dislikes

    Drove from Pa. to Erie Co. in a uhaul box truck towing a car. No cruise control . Just like the old days. Not saying I don't care for cruise control, but it wasn't an issue
  11. J

    How to kill mold on billge/engine surfaces

    and you can get 12% hydrogen peroxide from where?
  12. J

    Mercury Tempest, Turning Point Mach 3 or Michigan Wheel Apollo?

    the Sharrow miracle prop.
  13. J

    How to kill mold on billge/engine surfaces

    and don't buy the generic or discount bleach. Most if not all of those do not have the concentration % that name brands do.
  14. J

    SNOW Common Sense

    1975? ....olds 98 ?......regency?
  15. J

    SNOW Common Sense

    lol....yeah, then get sued by someone like in post #38.
  16. J

    SNOW Common Sense

    I use to snow ski so I practice more weight on the front of the feet, especially on inclines.
  17. J

    SNOW Common Sense

    I always clean grass clumps from under my mower with it running, right?...😳...😂
  18. J

    Chinese carbs

    Discover has been great with me. Been with them since the late 70's , Sears. Disputes are handled quick, although there have been very few. Any fraud and attempts at fraud get immediate contact. I'm surprised the china carb parts swapped over and fit. Sometimes they're just slightly off...
  19. J

    2003 150 Sport - Old DECALS / STICKERS?

    Google's your friend.
  20. J

    daily music fix

    sorry, but it was posted and was curious about an explanation.
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