Outboard & Sterndrive Propellers 2012 Catalog
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PROPELLER BASICS Diameter Diameter is two times the distance from the center of the hub to the tip of the blade. It also can be looked at as the distance across the circle that the propeller would make when rotating. It is the first number listed when describing a propeller. Rake is the degree that the blades slant forward or backwards in relation to the hub. Rake can affect the flow of water through the propeller, and has implications with respect to boat performance. Aft Rake helps to trim the bow of the boat upwards, which often results in less wetted surface area and therefore higher...

PROPELLER BASICS Finding the right match between the propeller, engine type and boat size will optimize the following performance factors: • Increased Top End Speed • Faster Planing Speed (Hole Shot) • Improved Low End Punch • Load Carrying Capability If you want to modify your boat’s performance, consider the following before making your selection: 3-Blade Propeller vs. 4-Blade Propeller We recommend 3-Blade propellers for recreational boats with 3, 4, and 6 cylinder outboards and I/O engines. These propellers provide good hole shot and top-speed performance. We recommend 4-Blade...

PROPELLER BASICS What is the difference between thru-hub exhaust, over-hub exhaust, and non thru-hub exhaust? THRU-HUB EXHAUST Thru-hub exhaust propellers consist of a round barrel to which the blades are attached. The exhaust passes through the barrel and out the back, without making contact with the propeller blades. This provides a good, clean water flow to the blades, usually resulting in good acceleration and hole shot. OVER-HUB EXHAUST Over-hub exhaust propellers have the blades attached directly to the smaller tube that fits over the propeller shaft, eliminating the larger exhaust...

CHOOSING THE CORRECT PITCH For safety and efficient performance, it is critical that your engine operates within the RPM range recommended by the manufacturer. Matching the right prop for the load is the most significant factor when choosing a new propeller. 1) Determine Manufacturer’s Recommended RPM Find the manufacturer’s recommended RPM range in the owner’s manual or ask your dealer. A reference chart showing common engine applications is shown on Pages A6-A7 of this catalog. Manufacturer's Recommended WOT RPM's 2) Test for Maximum RPM Using the existing propeller or a new propeller,...

ENGINE RPM CHART EVINRUDE® RPM CHART HP/Model Years 9.9 HP 1974-1984 9.9 HP 1985-2005 15 HP 1974-1980 15 HP 1981-1993 15 HP 1997-2005 65 HP* 1984-2000 2001 65 HP* 90 HP Ficht 1998 90 HP Ficht 1999-2000 90 HP Ram 2001-2003 115 HP Ficht 1998 115 HP Ficht 1999-2000 115 HP Ram 2001-2003 150 HP Ficht 1999-2000 150 HP Ram 2001-2003 175 HP Ficht 1999-2000 175 HP Ram 2001-2003 200 HP Ficht 2001-2002 200 HP Ram 2003 225 HP Ficht 1999-2000 225 HP Ficht H.O. 2003 225 HP Ram 2001-2003 250 HP Ficht 2000 250 HP Ram 2001-2003 * Commercial Models. EVINRUDE® E-TEC® RPM CHART HP/Model 15 HP H.O. 25 HP 25 HP...

ENGINE RPM CHART NISSAN®/TOHATSU® RPM CHART HP/Model 9.9 HP 9.9 HP 4-Stroke 15 HP 15 HP 4-Stroke 18 HP 18 HP 18 HP 4-Stroke 20 HP 4-Stroke 25 HP 25 HP 25 HP 4-Stroke 30 HP 30 HP 30 HP 4-Stroke 40 HP (40D) 40 HP TLDI 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP TLDI 70 HP 70 HP TLDI 75 HP TLDI 90 HP 90 HP 90 HP TLDI 115 HP 115 HP TLDI 120 HP 140 HP HONDA® RPM CHART HP/Model BF 8 BF 9.9 BF 9.9 BF 15 BF 15 BF 20 BF 25 BF 30 BF 30 BF 30 BF 35 BF 40 BF 45 BF 50 / 50A BF 60 BFP 60 BF 75 BF 90 BF 90 BF 90 BF 115 BF 115 BF 130 BF 135 BF 150 BF 200 BF 225 BF 250 YAMAHA® V MAX RPM CHART HP/Model WOT RPM V Max 150 HPDI...

ENGINE YEAR IDENTIFICATION How can I determine the model year of my engine? If you are unsure about the model year of your outboard, the serial number may provide insight. A number of manufacturers indicate the model year of the engine using serial number codes. Use the guide below to help identify the model year of your engine. HONDA® 1997& NEWER Alpha-numeric year designation listed after the HP. DK AK EVINRUDE®/JOHNSON® 1980-2012 2 letter code is found at the end of the model number. I Examples: • 100STLCE indicates 1989 • BE175FCX4SO indicates 2005 • VE70TLED indicates 1996 • Letter...

BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING • When installing an XHS / XHS II Hub System: 1. Confirm that the propeller is meant for use with your engine application (Figure 4). 2. Gearcase adapter rings are required for ALL VORTEX “E” Series propellers. Gearcase adapter rings are supplied with every V4 VORTEX ® APOLLO® propeller, and may or may not be required (Figure 1 - 3). 25-30 HORSEPOWER (4-STROKE) • 3” GEARCASE Thru Hub Exhaust & 10 Tooth Spline ALUMINUM PROPELLERS STAINLESS STEEL PROPELLERS Boat Description/Length STAINLESS STEEL PROPELLERS Boat Description/Length Do NOT use Gearcase Adapter Ring...