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Hey Tom, and appreciate the feedback and frankly, since i'm being hit with so many new things think i will just chill out and digest all of what i have learned. Above all, i do think this website is the cats meow of information and i hope to contribute with my teak rework! Damn, this boat is quick!!
For better top speed I would recommend a Stiletto Advantage I in the 14-1/4" x 21" size or even better, a Turbo I in the same size. A Mercury Laser II, 13-7/8" x 21" might work well and allow a few more RPM.
For a great all around prop, try a Mercury Mirage Plus 15-1/4" x 19" or maybe a 14-3/4" x 21", but that might be a bit to much for your RPMs.
An excellent prop for both top speed and grip would be a Mercury Enertia in the 13-5/8" x 21".
You should raise your motor that last bolt hole if using the Enertia, Stiletto or Turbo props.
I would be very interested in seeing how your boat performs with the Enertia. I tried a pair on my own boat for a while in the 19" pitch, which was not quite right. I think the 18-22 foot class with single power is the perfect application for the Enertia. This prop grips amazingly well.
They have not been out for long, so you will probably have to buy one new. About $450 delivered if you shop it well.
Ok. sounds good. I'm doing quite a bit of revamping, i.e. selling off the electronics i have (i will offer then on Whaler Central first) and buying a GPS/Fish finder combo (getting rid of some of those dang wires) (did i mention i hate wiring?) and of course slowly working through my teak (first piece came out very well, Jeff would be proud!). there's a little bit of damage to my prop, more like a cut, but it has left a little ragged edge. I think what i'll do is try and try out your recommendations as my main prop, and leave the one i have now as my spare.
By the way, speaking of teak, can you still purchase new locks for our console doors and drawers? Or better yet, since i don't really want to have a key to use, is there a replacement knob or latching device that will go in the same hole?
Out of town/pocket for the week on business, will pick up the treads when i get home!
Damn, this boat is quick!!
