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Old 11-08-2005, 11:03 PM
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Default Re: low rake prop

For almost any SeaCraft, with the possible exception of the SeaVette, a stern lifting prop is absolutely the way to go. The overall deadrise at the stern will cause any bowlifting prop to cause to much angle of attack, thus slowing the boat. Very generally speaking, the exception is if you can get the length of the wetted surface of the hull in the water to be less than the 150% of the wetted width.
Thus, a 23' running twin 250 hp motors could probably get away with bow lifting props. Faster top speed, with significant reduction in acceleration.
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