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    Prop for 285xl

    I own a 2009 285xl with a Yamaha vmax 150 2 stroke, no jackplate. Currently have the stock 23m prop on there that has seen better days. Wondering what prop I should get for this outfit. Was thinking a tempest in a 23 pitch might work. Any suggestions?

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    I have a similar hull 18xl. I swapped from the 23 to the 25 and really like it. Before I could go over 6 grand and had to be careful when I wanted to run balls to wall. I picked up 2 mph and hole shot did not suffer.
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    Not to hijack the thread, but does anyone have any experience with the Yammy F150 on the back of a 09 285XL. I can't even tell what prop is on the boat at the moment I just know it's a 4 blade.

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    Quote Originally Posted by illinifish View Post
    I have a similar hull 18xl. I swapped from the 23 to the 25 and really like it. Before I could go over 6 grand and had to be careful when I wanted to run balls to wall. I picked up 2 mph and hole shot did not suffer.
    What was your set up? Did you have a jackplate?

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    No jack plate and motor in second hole from top.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Krogers79 View Post
    Not to hijack the thread, but does anyone have any experience with the Yammy F150 on the back of a 09 285XL. I can't even tell what prop is on the boat at the moment I just know it's a 4 blade.
    Start a new post. and I will reply with my setup notes
    2004 Stratos 285 Pro XL / Yamaha VF150