Looking to try a different prop for my '04 201. Currently running a 2004 Merc 250 XS ( racing motor ) with the original silver colored Torquemaster ( not the wingmaster ) a 25 Tempest with moderate wear at roughly 3.5" below the pad. Hole shot is phenomenal, but im unimpressed with my top end. Im only seeing about 64mph @ 5500 RPM. Engine is running great, just had a full service done, so I know im good there. I had a friend tell me that he couldnt get a good top end with a standard Tempest either and he has exact same boat and motor as I have. The only Tempest he had luck with was a 26 pitch A45, which will run him into the upper 70's. However, im not interested in possibly destroying my lower unit due to a slung blade. Any suggestions?