ACME 1235 Prop 14.5 x 14.25 on 2008 Outback V?

[deafgoose]

I have been running an OJ 14.25x14 for 2 years with no problems until I hit a log. The prop is in the shop getting rebuilt but I purchased a 2nd prop so that I always have a backup ready.

I got the ACME 1235 because I am tired of the growl/vibration at 8-12mph while surfing.

The biggest worry I have is the clearance for the trailer. I never had a problem with the OJ prop hitting the trailer but I never looked to see how close it was. This prop would only be 1/8" bigger on each side compared to my previous prop.

I keep my boat in the water all season. I even swapped out a prop while the boat is still in the water with some googles because its such a pain to get the trailer and pull the boat out. I don't own a truck and the trailer is stored far away.

I just need confirmation that I wont be bending this new prop when I pull the boat out in the fall.

[lewisb13]

Youd think these prop manufacturers would have a database built by now with all this info. Just thinking out loud here. Interested to see what responses you get...

[deafgoose]

I called Skiers Choice and the guy could not confirm if there is enough clearance for the trailer.

[brain_rinse]

Take a look at the Acme 1433. Huge holeshot, extremely smooth and quiet, no trailer clearance issues.

[brain_rinse]

Just reread your post and see that you've already purchased the 1235. That's an awesome prop and you won't be disappointed with the performance. I would call Boatmate and get the shim kit for the trailer bunks though.

[mnpracing]

deaf - I shimmed my 06 OBV trailer when I went to the acme 1433 (14.25" dia) because my clearance was very small (1/4 inch) taking into account the thicker cross beam on the prop cage. I got shims from boatmate for free.

[2007 Outback V]

I went with the acme 1433 when I damaged my OJ. Great prop, and of course no clearance issues with a '07 OBV. I know another member, bslide, put the acme 1235 on his '05 XLV and had to shim the trailer. He has dual axel boatmate trailer.

[2007 Outback V]

deaf - I shimmed my 06 OBV trailer when I went to the acme 1433 (14.25" dia) because my clearance was very small (1/4 inch) taking into account the thicker cross beam on the prop cage. I got shims from boatmate for free.

What was your stock prop? My stock prop was a 14.25 X 14 OJ, and I have more clearance with the 1433 acme than I did with the OJ.

[2007 Outback V]

I have been running an OJ 14.25x14 for 2 years with no problems until I hit a log. The prop is in the shop getting rebuilt but I purchased a 2nd prop so that I always have a backup ready.

I got the ACME 1235 because I am tired of the growl/vibration at 8-12mph while surfing.

The biggest worry I have is the clearance for the trailer. I never had a problem with the OJ prop hitting the trailer but I never looked to see how close it was. This prop would only be 1/8" bigger on each side compared to my previous prop.

I keep my boat in the water all season. I even swapped out a prop while the boat is still in the water with some googles because its such a pain to get the trailer and pull the boat out. I don't own a truck and the trailer is stored far away.

I just need confirmation that I wont be bending this new prop when I pull the boat out in the fall.

I assume the acme 1235 has no vibration issues while surfing?

[deafgoose]

I assume the acme 1235 has no vibration issues while surfing?

Nope!

Sounds like I need to order a shim kit. I contacted boatmate because I could not find it on their website.

Thanks guys!