Max Timing Check

[Bassbuster95]

E225STLEDE

I Don't have access to a test prop, nor do I want to hang over the engine at 5000 rpm but will need to check timing in the spring.

Can I use a small merc prop/flor torq system with OMC hub? My thought is to put a small aluminum merc prop (QA1916X), back into ramp, leave boat on the trailer, and rev to 5000. yay or nay?

[jc2bg]

What’s the lowest pitch available to fit the hub you will be using? Big block engines don’t run the same hub diameter as small-horsepower engines, so I’m doubtful you will be able to find a prop with low enough pitch that it won’t push your truck into the parking lot at 5k rpms. Not an experiment I would try. That’s a 1/2 hour job for a marine service tech.

[Bassbuster95]

I'm seeing a 19 pitch aluminum that'll use the hub kit. Problem is having a decent shop that's close WITH a test wheel. I do have a couple shops I can call and ask, I guess.