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Curious what prop yall run? Boat I demod had a 16x17 got up loaded fine just a bit slow, also was capable of 41+mph. Wondering g if I'd be happy with the 16x15 rather than the typical 16x13.9 (sport prop), would like to keep some of the rpm/fuel/speed benefits of more prop. Anyone done that?
Also anyone turning a 17" thought I saw that somewhere appears to be enough clearance but haven't measured
17" won't clear, the 16x13.9 is truly an ideal prop, Supra co-engineered it with acme specifically for the 1.76 trans.
You will be around 36/37 mph top speed, but I don't know too many people who enjoy cruising any faster than that.
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my buddy that used to go with us in Boise was a crazy good slalom skier even into his 50's and needed 35-36mph to ski. his boomerang was ideal but we did have the supra and tige at that speed for him.Quote:
Originally Posted by larry_arizona
I run the OJ 16x15, it does really well and is a nice mix of power for wakeboarding and surfing and empty cruising. Fully loaded for surfing it spins around 3400rpm, 3/4 loaded wakeboarding, right at 4k. Empty cruising at 3900 rpms is about 28. I also have the OJ 16x14, it surfs about the same rpm but is 4400 wakeboarding and 25 cruising. You can call Eric direct at OJ, tell him I (Scott) sent you and you're on the forum, he'll take care of you.Quote:
Originally Posted by MustGoFast
How do u comp oj vs acme? Everything I've seen says acme is better more consistent lighter and etc.Quote:
Originally Posted by KnoxMojo
grabs popcorn and starts eating :) :)Quote:
Originally Posted by MustGoFast
either brand makes great props....
oj had some struggles with skiers products 15+ years ago with "prop growl" but it's long gone. imo it's more a ford/chevy thing today.
as knox mentioned, call OJ props and they will hook you up. if you want acme call nettle props and they will hook you up.
ACME does a better job advertising. OJ you can deal directly with the factory. I've ran the same acme and OJ prop back to back. I thought the acme was a little twitchy and the OJ a bit smoother. Eric is also great to deal with. He takes care of us.Quote:
Originally Posted by MustGoFast
Frankly, both prop makers are excellent options, i shop price to make my choice at end of the day.
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Ok ive had one prop (acme) for 7 years on the BU so just not up to speed on what's out there or what's changed.
OJ factory is right beside the Malibu plant. Been in business for decadesQuote:
Originally Posted by MustGoFast
So what you are saying is that Malibu probably doesn't put OJ on their boats because they are neighbors, and neighbors generally don't get along. Unless they have a really big fence between them. LOL!Quote:
Originally Posted by KnoxMojo
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OJ is local to Knoxmojo and I. You go downcthere and see Eric. He takes care of us for sure. Always has somenswag for my kids which is nice and cut me an awesome deal on my new prop last year. I bought a travel case and puller from him as well. He has kept us on the water for the last 3 years with quick turnaround and will even fix my Acme prop if I ding it.
lol, I know they do a lot of testing with Malibu. Most the local brands use them and acme both.Quote:
Originally Posted by HFarr
Or if the neighbor's dog poops in the front yard each AM.Quote:
Originally Posted by HFarr
Is there a board contact at oj or someone people work with ae they're digital is not as good as OJ I'm interested but they also don't have as much retail presence so still learning
At OJ, I've always worked with Eric and he was pretty easy to contact on the phone.Quote:
Originally Posted by MustGoFast
Can't say I go online much with them b/c I just call them directly and give them the info and what I'm looking for
The overall company name is Johnson Propeller (pretty sure) and they have been in business for a LONG time. Super nice people. Every time I go down there from Knoxville, they are aways giving me a free t-shirt or something.