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Old 12-11-2009, 08:10 AM
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Default Re: bravo 2 outdrive

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Would it cause the boat to pull to one side?
No more than any other single outdrive

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Could I prop it to run good? or go with bravo1 or 3
Sure, it can be propped well. It's a very heavy-duty drive. But unless you're getting a really great deal on it, the B1 is a better idea from a financial standpoint as it usually costs quite a bit less. But it's as good or better than a Bravo I.

It is, however, much harder to find propellers to fit. You're almost certainly going to have to special-order, and most dealers won't let you freely try different props to get one that works optimally when they have to special order each one. Figure on spending $1K on the prop plus aluminum spare.

I STRONGLY suggest PowerTech props for Bravo II. Mercury offers only 3 blades for the B2 on their website. PT Prop offers up to 5 blades, in 18.5" and 17.25" diameter. (For speeds above 40 mph, you would need the smaller diameter)

You can download their catalog HERE. You would need a class F prop for B2 drive.
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