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Old 04-26-2012, 11:43 AM   #24
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Default Lots of advise on this thread.

I am familiar with 4Winns as I had a classic Liberator for my first performance boat. I experince 'chine walking' at speed. I usually trim the drive down, as I increase speed, I will trim up until the boat starts to porpoise and trim down. I used the trim.

The factory prop should be your starting point. If you experience 'blow outs' during tubing or hard turnings, going down a pitch helps but you will find switching to a 4 blade will be even better!

Some props like the Mercury Lazer creates bow lift, some props like the Mirage is good for heavier boats. Please look at the Mercruiser prop selection guide and you will see what each brand of props do to handling.

I know you have an OMC, but I am just giving you an idea what changing props can do to a boat. Winnisquam Marine gives excellent advise for your boat and I would take their word for it. Please give them a call, you won't be disappointed.

Have a wonderful summer with your purchase. See you on the lake!
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