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| Author: | redfish2 [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 7:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
I have hoyt stage one with center console , with a BIG load how would a 3 blade prop do for me ? The 2 blade prop does awesome when it is new , but as much weight as I carry it dont last long at all. Trying to get something to last me longer . Thanks for any info ! |
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| Author: | msm8281 [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 7:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
My experience on an 18x48 is that the 2 blade carries a load better than a 2 blade by far on a stage 2 motor. However with the 3 blade I was able to cruise pretty good at a lower rpm when lightly loaded. |
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| Author: | Bigrich [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:08 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
| Author: | msm8281 [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:09 pm ] |
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| Author: | Bigrich [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
Wasn't sure if u knew what prop you was even trying |
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| Author: | msm8281 [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:17 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
3900 rpms 3 blade 21mph deep wateruploadfromtaptalk1395368124203.jpg Same load with 12"2 blade 4400 rpm and 25mph |
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| Author: | Bigrich [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:30 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
It's really funny how the 3 blades seem to work for ppl differently. Some have lost speeds and some have gained. Guess just depends on ur boat and motor. 3 blade helped me |
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| Author: | msm8281 [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:35 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
Load was (36) 2x4x12 treated. 2 batteries. 18 gal gas, me, dog,and 48 qt ice chest, and about 100lbs of tools. So it was a pretty good load. |
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| Author: | Bigrich [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:37 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
True I'm sure Jamie prolly cried when he saw his boat was now a work boat |
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| Author: | msm8281 [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:39 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
He did shed a tear when we swapped trailers and I put a scratch on the bottom:lol: |
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| Author: | msm8281 [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
Back to the prop...I did like it for light load crusing. |
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| Author: | Bigrich [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
3 ppl ice chest and all hunting gear I gained 3 mph over a 2 blade |
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| Author: | msm8281 [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:45 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
Weird for sure |
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| Author: | Bigrich [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
That's y I'm saying everyone is seeing different things with these props. But I will tell ya if you have a 45 tooth pulley you better keep the 2 blade |
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| Author: | msm8281 [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:49 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
I do have a 45. Thats probably it. |
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| Author: | Bigrich [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:55 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
Yes geared to high |
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| Author: | lunacris [ Thu Mar 20, 2014 9:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
probably the combo of things here: outdrive length, HP, pulley, and boat. what I've gather from everyones opinion is that this is not just a prop that you buy and go. some things need to be considered or tuned to run it. |
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| Author: | ak [ Fri Mar 21, 2014 4:39 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
Need to demo one of these props before I'm sold I don't run alot of vegetation just alot of sand so shorter blades and maintaining a plane at lower rpms with less vibs got me interested |
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| Author: | BayouBuster [ Fri Mar 21, 2014 6:36 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
I saw an increase in speed with a load when. I swapped to the 3 blade. Empty didn't really notice anything besides able to cruise at lower rpm and less vibration. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I537 using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | Bigrich [ Fri Mar 21, 2014 7:48 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
| Author: | redfish2 [ Mon Mar 24, 2014 5:27 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
Thanks for the info , this is my boat , with 4 ppl with a brand new 2 blade prop I run 22-23 mph but the prop don't last about 12-15 bowfishing trips . I was just trying to see if the 3 blade would last longer ? |
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| Author: | msm8281 [ Mon Mar 24, 2014 5:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
If u don't have mods and want to run with a load, you should stick with a two blade. |
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| Author: | BayouStateHunter [ Mon Mar 24, 2014 6:26 pm ] |
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| Author: | msm8281 [ Mon Mar 24, 2014 6:35 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
Man I got a 45 with a stage 2 and im not quite sure yet. I have not run it much yet to know for sure. What I can tell u is that I had it loaded to the gills with lumber and tried both props with same load and the two outperformed the three by far. I think the 48t will make a big difference. Its a beast in the mud though. |
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| Author: | dadazzsaleen [ Mon Mar 24, 2014 6:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
^^^ what rpms do you normally turn? |
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| Author: | msm8281 [ Mon Mar 24, 2014 6:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
New boat to me and new mods. I haven't run it much yet. 3 blade just me 4300-4400 Worn 2 blade 4600 ish |
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| Author: | msm8281 [ Mon Mar 24, 2014 6:52 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
Something else I noticed is that it cruises good at a lower rpm with 2 people. |
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| Author: | redfish2 [ Mon Mar 24, 2014 7:20 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
I have stage 1 from hoyt |
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| Author: | msm8281 [ Mon Mar 24, 2014 7:22 pm ] |
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| Author: | deltaduckmaster [ Mon Mar 24, 2014 7:37 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
Going from a 45 to a 48 is like adding another mod to your motor. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | redfish2 [ Mon Mar 24, 2014 7:44 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
Im not sure , It is a 2009 motor , I guess it is 45 |
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| Author: | hydrilla gorilla [ Tue Mar 25, 2014 7:53 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
put a 3 blade on yesterday. Love it. My boat is a 2054 with 3/16 bottom CC stage 2 motor. The boat itself is a load and I ran it with just me in the boat. I noticed it may have got on plane a little faster not much. The reverse is 100% better. I gained about 1-2 mph but it was a little choppy so it was hard to tell. i normally ran about 4250 RPMs in its sweet spot and i was only running 3900 RPMs with the 3 blade. The motor sounded like it was running much easier and purred like a kitten. i do have a square chine boat so in a sharp turn i go into a instant 360 if i am not careful lol. with the 3 blade it seemed as if it held on a little longer before it wanted to spend out of control also. So the question everyone want to know is it worth it. In my case YES. |
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| Author: | OwenDickeson [ Tue Mar 25, 2014 9:41 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
I don't think lugging down a stage 2 motor to 3900 rpms with a light load is a good idea IMO. Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | cb5331 [ Tue Mar 25, 2014 10:33 am ] |
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| Author: | cupped up [ Tue Mar 25, 2014 11:25 am ] |
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| Author: | AKA Freshwaterkilla [ Tue Mar 25, 2014 11:36 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
I agree everyone I have seen tore up has usually been in a bind or loaded up bad Sent from my iPhone using |
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| Author: | hydrilla gorilla [ Tue Mar 25, 2014 2:42 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
so you all are saying even though i dont have to run the 4300 rpms i need to trim up and run them or trim down and run them? i am just thinking running less rpm's getting the same or better speed would be better for my motor. According to the comments above you all are saying it is worse on the motor. I am really confused now. |
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| Author: | hydrilla gorilla [ Tue Mar 25, 2014 2:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
i also think my comment may have been worded bad. When i was running 3900 rpm's i am not at full throttle. |
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| Author: | 270Handiman [ Tue Mar 25, 2014 6:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: gator-tail 3 blade prop ???? |
Their just saying don't lug it down. Same with tractors, mowers, weed eaters, etc. The engine has to work harder if you don't let it run. |
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| Author: | richard1220 [ Wed Jun 05, 2019 12:07 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Computer Software |
Thanks for all the tips mentioned in this article! it’s always good to read things you have heard before and are implementing, but from a different perspective, always pick up some extra bits of information. |
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