2002 196 champion set up help

[kris_tx]

I would check to make sure you are getting WOT before doing anything else with props.

[grout-scout]

So I finally had a chance to get on the water I ran the 25p tempest plus and the prop to pad is about 3 1/4” the hole shot was great I ran about 61 mph and was getting 5400 rpms. Should I be getting more rpm or is that about right

Is your motor a 5750 rpm or 6000 rpm, if it’s a 5750, then a 24” prop would suit you better. But you do need to make sure that it’s running properly before wasting a ton of time & money.

edit: I looked it up, yours is a 5750 rpm. You’d be better having a prop man turn that 25 down some or find a 24” to run. (Assuming the motor is running properly)

[SCOTT196]

I agree, you need a 23 or 24 pitch. hows water pressure and lift? Try raising 1/4 inch til you lose lift and /or water pressure gets lower. sounds like you need to be as close to 5750 assuming it wont run over that or puts you in limp mode.