Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: 1986 Montauk 17 Repower Optimax 90. Prop?

Posted by MichaelSmith on 03/12/17 - 12:51 PM
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The prop selector here:
https://www.mercurymarine.com/en/us/propellers/selector/#/step-one
Shows a 23 pitch and 47 MPH! But if I really load up the boat with gear, more like a 22 or 21 pitch and lower speed. Anyone think the 23 is a little too steep, or tried on on a Montauk? I generally have 2 people on board, about 410lbs people and gear