[kmoose]

It's funny how the same basic set ups differ. For me the Zuke 18.5 was absolute garbage on my Hermco bracketed df 300. The long blades wouldn't let me move the motor up high enough and I had to bury the motor trim to keep the bow down. After spending lots of cash on different props I ended up with a Merc 22' Bravo one. After a test run I could tell instantly this was the one but still felt the motor was too deep. I raised the motor three holes and everything changed for the better. Now I have ample stern lift, A higher motor height and now can keep the bow down without the trim maxed down. Also with the Bravo my cavitation plate is completely out of the water on plane and I can pull 90 degree corners in the channel without cavitation. Other than being expensive, Merc props are excellent products.