Oyster 34 Posted July 21, 2019 Report Share Posted July 21, 2019 Ken that's just too cool. You surely defied the odds while creating a fine craft to enjoy for years. Egbert I have not had to create any trip tracks or tried to do it. Hopefully the trip on the bay region will also be mostly poking around in the creeks and tributaries and done on the fly, where its not really needed. . 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Kennneee 28 Posted July 23, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 Hi Guys- I installed the SOLAS RUBEX 4 - 13.25x13 yesterday. I was hoping for better results. The engine RPM’s were higher for the same speed and it didn’t seem as smooth. It must be a bit undersized since I get a WOT RPM of 6100 which is over the high end of 6,000 for the engine specs. Speeds are lower and fuel consumption is not much different. It does seem like there is a slight improvement in stern lift. Not sure is I should consider the 3 blade the best fit, keep the RUBEX for a spare and move on or try something else. All speeds and distances are in knots and nautical mpg. To lazy to do the conversions today.... Ken Link to post Share on other sites
ejds 22 Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 Looks like I will stick with a 3 blade. Thanks for the comparison. It is always good to have a spare with you. You have more rocks than we do here in the Chesapeake Bay. Mostly plain mud. Egbert Link to post Share on other sites
Kennneee 28 Posted July 24, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 Egbert- Don’t write off the 4 blade yet. The one I got is a bit small in diameter and it isn’t a fair comparison. I am going to try one more and I will let you know how it goes. Ken Link to post Share on other sites
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