I have a 98 285 pro elite with a fastrike 150 with a 23 renegade and was wondering what I should be running for top end speed. I would like to compare with other guys with a similar set up. also I am about 4.5" below pad and am curious if I will gain anything if I raise it. everyone else seems to be not more than 3.5".
'04 Stratos 285 ProXl, 150 Johnson Carb - 3.25"-3 3/8" propshaft to pad (still playing with it), 24 Raker (B&B by Mark), 6" Jackplate, 5400 RPMs, 62-63 MPH GPS.
Loaded 58-60 5500 rpms , Light 1 angler 60-61 5600-5700 and thats if the prop is in good condition.
We need to know your maximum rpms now as well as water pressure and if you have a jackplate to give better advice.
1996 STRATOS 278 V
1996 Intruder 150 HP
Model 150GLEDB Serial # 04148601
1991 335195 Heads
FICHT Reed Cages
Chris Carson Carbon Fiber Reeds
Large Bore Carbs
Prop Mark Croxton A45 15" X 23 Tempest
Props Owned/Tested: 23 Renegade, 23 Renegade B&B, 22 Raker, 24 Raker, 24 Raker B&B, 26 Raker, 26 Raker II, 24 Raker II, 23 Tempest, 24 Tempest, 24 Fury, 24 Trophy, 25 Renegade, 27 Renegade, 23 Razor 3.
I am the same as you guys are. I have a 4" jack plate and I am running at 60-61 loaded at 5500 rpm and water pressure is pegged at 30 psi so I am guessing this is the normal expexted top end I guess I won't mess with it. Thanks Guys
I think the 23 is too small for you and at 30psi water pressure you should move up to 3.25" and see how she runs. I suggest 20psi is more than acceptable at WOT and fully trimmed.
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