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Demo Prop Program & Propeller Information

Propeller

INDEX:
1)
Available Demo Propellers
2) Demo Prop Program
3) Basic Prop Tests
4) Mercury Propeller Models
5) What you need to know about props
6) Propeller Repair Prices


PRO BOATS IS A MERCURY DEMO PROP DEALER.
Test a new propeller style before buying. See if there's a better prop style for your boating demands!

1) AVAILABLE DEMO PROPELLERS;
Alpha-4 (4-Blade aluminum)  - 18P RH, 20P RH & 20P LH
Bravo-1 (4-Blade stainless steel) - 22P RH, 24P RH & 24P LH, 26P RH, 28P RH
Enertia (3-Blade stainless steel) - 17P RH & 17P LH, 19P RH & 19P LH, 21P RH & 21P LH
FURY (3-Blade stainless steel) - 24P RH, 25P RH, 26P RH
High Five (5-Blade stainless steel) - 19P RH, 21P RH, 23P RH
Mirage ( 3-Blade stainless steel) - 17P RH, 23P RH
Revolution-4 (4-Blade stainless steel) - 17P RH & 17P LH, 19P RH, 21P RH, 23P RH, 25P RH
Trophy Plus (4-Blade stainless steel) - 21P RH, 23P RH, 24P RH, 25P RH, 26P RH, 27P RH

2) DEMO PROP PROGRAM;
Demo prop program requires deposit equal to price of propeller.
You can test a variety of propellers and sizes; one propeller at a time.
Once you have found the correct propeller for your needs, we will provide you with the new propeller.
If a demo propeller shows damage, including nicked or grazed blade edges then the standard repair rate will be charged.
If you do not purchase a propeller from PRO BOATS, a $50.00 service charge will be accessed and remainder of deposit will be refunded.

3) BASIC PROP TESTS:
Whether you are looking at a prop for top speed, wakeboard /skiing or general boating;
two things are important with all applications:
1) #1 PERIOD is WOT (engine RPM at wide open throttle) most engines have a 400 to 500RPM window at maximum RPM. Example: Power Band @ WOT = 4500 to 5000RPM; this means,  engine requires @ WOT 4500RPM minimum when boat has a full load and a maximum RPM of 5000 with a minimum load ( 1 to 2 people and less than a half tank of fuel).
Wide open throttle maximum RPM range must be able to be reached with any propeller used under any application.
2) Get boat up on Plane Time: How fast can the boat get up on plane. This especially important for skiing and wakeboarding.  

TESTS:
NOTE: Load boat @ 2-persons maximum and ½ tank or less of fuel.
1) On-Plane test:  What RPM does engine rev-up to before boat starts moving?
2) On-Plane test: What is time to get boat up on full plane? How many seconds?
    NOTE: Do two tests of each, one throttling fast from idle to WOT
                and one rolling on throttle to ¾+ throttle position.
3) Wide Open Throttle test: What RPM does engine have @ WOT?
    NOTE: Run maximum RPM for at least 10 seconds. Set drive trim, trim tabs for
                 maximum boat lift to give maximum RPM and boat speed.
4) 1/4 throttle or 2500RPM to WOT test: Does boat accelerate easily?
     Does prop slip/break loose (RPM goes up fast then stops)?
5) Easy turns test:  Take easy turns at ½ throttle. Does boat handle to water?
     Does prop spin/ break loose?

4) MERCURY PROPELLER MODELS;
To purchase Propellers you can; Call us at 888-861-6757 or 909-599-0531
                                                        E-Mail thru parts@proboats.com
Note: S.S. = Stainless Steel / RH = Right Hand / LH = Left Hand  

ALPHA-4
(4-Blade Aluminum) 16-18-20 Pitch  RH & LH
BLACK MAX (3-Blade Auminum) 6 thru 16 Pitch RH
                           17-19-21-23-25 Pitch RH & LH
BRAVO-1 (4-Blade S.S.) 22-24-26-28-30-32-34-36 Pitch RH & LH
BRAVO-1 LAB FINISH (4-Blade S.S.) 22-24-26-28-30-32-34-36 Pitch RH & LH
BRAVO-1 Vented LAB FINISH (4-Blade S.S.) 22-23-24-25-26-27-28-29-30-32-34-36 Pitch RH & LH
BRAVO-1XS PRO FINISH (4-Blade S.S.) 22-23-24-25-26-27-28 RH (hub kit not included)
BRAVO-2 (3-Blade S.S.) 11-13-15-17-19-21-23-25 Pitch RH & LH
BRAVO-2 (3-Blade Aluminum) 19-21-23 Pitch RH & LH 
BRAVO-3 (3-Blade S.S. Front & Rear Sold Seperately) 30 Pitch RH & LH Standard or
                            Cupped Blade
BRAVO-3 (4-Blade S.S.Front & 3-Blade S.S. Rear Sold Seperately
                            19-20-21-22.5-24-26-28 Pitch RH & LH in Matte or High Polish Finish

ENERTIA (3-Blade S.S.) 14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21-22 Pitch RH
                            15-17-19-21 Pitch LH
FURY (3-Blade S.S.) 24-25-26-27 Pitch RH
HIGH FIVE (5-Blade S.S.) 17-19-21-23-25 Pitch RH
LAZER II (3-Blade S.S.) 19-20-21-22-23-24-25-26 Pitch RH  21-23 Pitch LH
MIRAGE PLUS (3-Blade S.S.) 13-15-17-18-19-21-23-25-27-29 Pitch RH
                           15-17-18-19-21-23-25-27-29 Pitch LH
MIRAGE PLUS LAB FINISH (3-Blade S.S.) 23-25-27-29 Pitch RH
                            23-25-27-29 Pitch LH
REVOLUTION-4 (4-Blade S.S.) 17-19-21-23-25 Pitch RH
                            17-19-21-23-25 Pitch LH
SPITFIRE (4-Blade Aluminum) 9.5-10-11-12-13-14-15-17-19 Pitch RH
TEMPEST PLUS (3-Blade S.S.) 19-21-23-25-26-27-29 Pitch RH & LH
TEMPEST PLUS LAB FINISH (3-Blade S.S.) 28 Pitch RH (hub kit not included)
TROPHY PLUS (4-Blade S.S.) 17-19-21-23-24-25-26-27-28 Pitch RH
TROPHY SPORT (4-Blade S.S.) 12-13-14-15 Pitch RH
VENGEANCE (3-Blade S.S.) 9-9.5-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-21-23 Pitch RH
                            17-19-21-23 Pitch LH
VENSURA (4-Blade S.S.) 17-19-21-23 Pitch RH & LH
ZEUS H-SERIES (5-Blade S.S. Front & 4-Blade S.S. Rear Sold Seperately)
                            H6-H7-H8-H9-H10-H11-H12-H13-H14-H15-H16-H17 Pitch RH & LH
ZEUS Z-SERIES (4-Blade S.S.Front & 3-Blade S.S. Rear Sold Seperately)
                            Z6-Z7-Z8-Z9-Z10-Z11-Z12-Z13-Z14-Z15-Z16-Z17-Z18-Z19 Pitch RH & LH 
ZEUS M-SERIES (4-Blade S.S.Front & 3-Blade S.S. Rear Sold Seperately)


MERCURY RACE PROPELLERS;
BRAVO-3 XR PRO FINISH (4-Blade S.S.Front & 3-Blade S.S. Rear Sold Seperately)
                                       21-23-24-25-26-27-28 Pitch RH & LH
MAXIMUS-Standard Hub (5-Blade S.S.) 24-26-28-30-32-34 Pitch RH & LH
                                      
1-1/4" S.S. Hub Kit
MAXIMUS-Long Tube LAB Finish (5-Blade S.S.) 23-24-25-26-27-28-29-30-31-32-33-                                        34-35 Pitch RH & LH with 1-1/4" Heavy Duty S.S. Hub Kit
MAXIMUS-Short Tube LAB Finish (5-Blade S.S.) 23-24-25-26-27-28-29-30-31-32-33-
                                        34-35 Pitch RH & LH with 1-1/4" Heavy Duty S.S. Hub Kit
LIGHTNING E.T. LAB Finish (3-Blade S.S.) 22P RH  24-26-28-30-32 Pitch RH & LH
PRO E.T. LAB Finish (4-Blade S.S.) 26-28-30-32 Pitch RH & 32P LH
PRO E.T. POLISH Finish (4-Blade S.S.) 26-28-30-32 Pitch RH & 32P LH
CHOPPER II (3-Blade S.S.) 10-3/8"x18 Pitch RH 10 Spline & 13 Spline
CHOPPER II (3-Blade S.S.) 22 RH 24-26-28-30-32 Pitch RH & LH (Hub Kit not included)
CLEAVER (3-Blade S.S.) 11"-11.5"-12"Dia / 14-16-18-20-22 Pitch RH
CLEAVER PRO Finish (3-Blade S.S.) 15"Dia / 28-30-32-34 Pitch RH & LH
CLEAVER LAB Finish (3-Blade S.S.) 15"Dia /28-30-32-34 Pitch RH & LH
CLEAVER LAB Finish (3-Blade S.S.) 14.5"Dia / 28-30-32-34 Pitch RH & LH
CLEAVER STOCK or LAB Finish (4-Blade S.S.) 14.5"-15"Dia / 26-28-30-32-34 Pitch RH & LH

5) What you need to know about propellers.
One of the most important aspects of boat performance is the propeller. The Propeller PITCH must be correct for your boat to get up to it's full potential; no matter what size of engine or kind of boat.
Pitch is theoretical distance, in inches a propeller moves forward per one revolution. A 24-inch pitch prop should move forward 24 inches with each 360 degree turn @ 100% efficiency.
Slippage is the amount of forward movement lost per revolution.

The goal in selecting prop pitch is to be able to run the engine at, or near manufacturer's recommended maximum RPM when at full throttle with a typical load in the boat, trimmed up for speed.
With a pitch to high (over propped) the engine won't reach maximum RPM, slow to get up on plane and have sluggish performance.
With a pitch to low (under propped) the boat will jump up on plane quickly (or worst case, spin the prop and over rev the engine while slowly coming up to plane), accelerates quickly, breaks the prop loose in turns, causing the engine to rev-up and slip the prop and at wide open throttle (WOT), exceed maximum RPM.
Neither condition is healthy for the engine, fuel economy and especially performance.
At WOT a increase or decrease of each inch of pitch is equal to 150-200 RPM; decrease pitch by one = increase in maximum RPM 150-200. Increase pitch by one = decrease in maximum RPM 150-200.

Once a "base line" prop pitch is established for WOT, the next step is to choose a prop that will best handle your boating style and requirements.

6) PROPELLER REPAIR PRICES

All propellers are trued and balanced prior to being hand polished to a mirror finish.
(Polishing excluded on aluminum)

Pricing includes most repairs. If repair requires excessive welding or major reshaping, additional charges may apply.
You will be notified prior to repair.

STAINLESS STEEL THROUGH HUB PROPELLERS
Three Blades: $195.00         Dia. over 16": $230.00
Four Blades:   $210.00         Dia. over 16": $250.00
Five Blades:   $240.00         Dia. over 16": $270.00
Six Blades:     $270.00         Dia. over 16": $340.00

STAINLESS STEEL OVER HUB PROPELLERS
Three Blades: $170.00   
Four Blades:   $195.00   
Five Blades:   $215.00   

STAINLESS STEEL & STEEL V DRIVE PROPELLERS
Two Blade Rework/Repair:   
$165.00
Three Blade Rework/Repair:
$190.00

ALUMINUM PROPELLERS
Three Blades:
$80.00
Four Blades:
$105.00

BRASS/BRONZE NIBRAL PROPELLERS
Three Blades:
$125.00
Four Blades:   $145.00
Over 17" Diameter: $240.00 & UP

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