What prop should I be running?

(tripleup) · (tripleup) **Join Date: Apr 2004** 05-15-2004, 1:39 PM

I have a 96 ski nautique 196 with a 1:23:1 tranny. Can I run a 13x13 (4-blade) or what's best?

(boarditup) · (boarditup) **Join Date: Jan 2004** 05-16-2004, 9:15 AM

The "replacement" prop that works best on your boat is a Acme 612. An Acme 422 (4-blade) could aslo be used. In terms of improved hole shot, the 470 (3-blade) would give you some extra hook up without too much sacrifice on the top end.

Either 3-blade is $310 shipped. The 4-blade is $335 shipped.

rider@boarditup.com

(nauty) · (nauty) **Join Date: Feb 2004** 05-17-2004, 9:06 AM

Call Correct Craft first.

If memory serves me correct, CC changed the angle of the drive shaft in '97 from 19 degrees to 14 degrees. Therefore, if your boat has a 19 degree drive shaft you will need a 14" diameter prop to get you out of the hole.

However, if I am wrong and yours has a 14 degree drive shaft a 13" diameter prop will work just fine.

(98_searay) · (98_searay) **Join Date: May 2004** 05-18-2004, 8:17 PM

i herd mercruse has a 5 blade prob! look at the web site