Stainless Steel Props

lubie40 · Post by **lubie40** » Tue Jul 29, 2003 2:12 pm

I recently purchased a new boat, that does not have a steel prop. Does anyone have some suggestions on how to buy the correct prop for the motor? The motor is a Yamaha 115 HP 4 Stroke. Are there only certain props that can be put on certain motors?

thanks for the help
John

brendanc · Post by **brendanc** » Tue Jul 29, 2003 7:42 pm

I would talk to a Yamaha dealer... Find one that services and sets up bass boats and give them the specifics. These guys know which props will give you the results you are looking for. It is probably your best bet.

Good Luck...

lubie40 · Post by **lubie40** » Tue Jul 29, 2003 7:54 pm

Sounds good - I figured that would be my best choice, but I thought I would add a post just in case. Thanks Brendan

brendanc · Post by **brendanc** » Tue Jul 29, 2003 8:44 pm

Hey no problem. Props can be tricky and even with the manufacturer’s recommendation, you can still have problems. I found the same problem with sparkplugs. The ones that really work the best don't even show up as a recommended plug for my engine... but they work great...

johnnie crain outdoors · Wed Jul 30, 2003 2:12 am

Brendan is right, go to a prop shop, they will want to know, the boat length, width and projected weight being pulled, plus whether you want to come up quickly or have more speed. There are 3-4-5 blade props for Yamaha each does a different job. By the way, you bought a great motor!! And yes, stainless is the way to go, keep the other for a backup. Johnnie

Eric · Post by **Eric** » Wed Jul 30, 2003 7:19 pm

Stainless props will increase performance and definetly last longer than aluminum props. Find a prop shop that will be willing to let you test run different props, its the only way to find the best prop for your rig. Also get a reccomondation on how high your motor should be on the transom. If you do not already have one, a jack plate is probably a good idea. ( Manual would be cheaper and lighter ) Picking the right prop involves many variables. Weight, draft, engine height, whether you will be towing skiers or tubes or want a good hole shot or the best top end. Keep in mind that whatever prop you choose, it must fall under the reccomended rpm range.