I noticed the 90 TLDI have undergone some changes from last year. The weight is now 337# instead of 315#, and the gear ratio is 2.3:1 instead of 2:1. I bought a new 90 TLDI in 2003 with a 2:1 gear ratio and have been very happy with it. My only observation is that I have a hard time getting the rpm's into the middle of the range with a 15" pitch prop on a 20' light (1000 lb) wooden shallow 8 degree deadrise skiff. I actually had to drop down to a square prop when I carry any kind of a load.
Will this new gear ratio allow for a higher pitch prop without over propping? When I bought this motor for this boat, I really expected to spin a 17" pitch prop.
Will this new gear ratio allow for a higher pitch prop without over propping? When I bought this motor for this boat, I really expected to spin a 17" pitch prop.
