Re: 20' SeaCraft - better w/ or w/o a bracket ???
Ben,
I'm running a Power Tech Prop, 3 blade SS, and if I remember correctly, it's 15X16 (I'm not near my boat right now, so I can't confirm). Anyway, I know I'm alittle under proped, but I wanted to get good low end performance out of the 4-stroke (running Sebastian inlet, low end punch is a must) At 4500rpm I cruise 23kts(26mph), and WOT, 6100rpm and 36kts(41mph). These numbers are running light, with 30 gal livewell, a few more guys, and the rest of the stuff, I lose 2-3kts. I know I'm not setting any speed records, but the hole shot is descent for a 4-stroke. The first prop I tried was a 20 pitch, my boat would do almost 50mph @ 5500rpm, but the hole shot was terrible. Then I tried a 18 pitch, light load conditions it was fine, but with the livewell full and 3 guys, it was a bit slow out of the hole. So I went with the 16, and gave up some top end speed. I would like to try the mirage plus and see how it works.
I hope this info helps. Good Luck
Lloyd
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1973 Seacraft 20' SF "Sea Dog"
1988 Tracker/Seacraft 23' WA "Salty Dog"
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