heres my delima, i have a 68x36 sensenich and turning it 3000 and i think its a FAP 70x36 it has a slight cup, turning it 2950. i have been told a cupped prop pushes better. im lookin to get a 70x38 to bring down the rpms but theres so many different cuts and shapes and differences of manufacturing (cup) (flat) skinny fat ,well you get the picture. the sen 68x36 is skinner but it measures 69...i dont want to spend 600$ and it not be optum performance...if i were keeping this boat it would be a no brainer!! POWER SHIFT ...is there any one with a 180 that still runs a wood prop?? help...both the props i have are pretty good but both have nicks in the leading edge that pierced the metal and i dont feel comfortable turning 3000...wish there was a warning light (beep beep lower your rpms leadfoot cause your about to sling a tip)lol or some way you could check the tips before you head out...thanks scott
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prop for 180
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cowboy
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68x38 stick is a good prop for a 180.
Spins up faster than a longer prop for more snap.
70x36 is also a good choice, and may push a little harder overall than the shorter one.
Both are for straight stick props.
Not sure about what size wide blade wood to tell you.
I'm guessing the rpm's you quoted were static on the trailer.
The prop can also depend on the boat also.
Guess your already happy, and just seem to be under propped.
Don't be afraid to call somebody who makes the props.
They will be more than happy to discuss the best one to try next.
Spins up faster than a longer prop for more snap.
70x36 is also a good choice, and may push a little harder overall than the shorter one.
Both are for straight stick props.
Not sure about what size wide blade wood to tell you.
I'm guessing the rpm's you quoted were static on the trailer.
The prop can also depend on the boat also.
Guess your already happy, and just seem to be under propped.
Don't be afraid to call somebody who makes the props.
They will be more than happy to discuss the best one to try next.
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Anonymous
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I think a 68" Q series would be the bomb. Well worth the extra money. You can set the pitch to run how you like it, and change it for different conditions.
Plus it will out-perform anything a wood prop ever thought about and be lots quieter doing it.
Plus it will out-perform anything a wood prop ever thought about and be lots quieter doing it.
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Anonymous
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Stick prop will be a little more than 1/3 the cost of the Q series.
But that is kinda like saying a Kia is 1/3 the price of an LS1 Z28
But that is kinda like saying a Kia is 1/3 the price of an LS1 Z28
You say that but I believe the fellow who just won the four cylinder class at Sarno was running a stick prop. I guess my point would be that it depends on what kind of boat you are running. A little light weight boat with light metal work that likes to run fast and stay on the hill keep the snappy prop. If it is a heavier boat then go with the longer or paddle or Q series. But then again I like that thought process on all of the boats. I have never tried the Q series on my 540 boat, but I have had a paddle, warpdrive, and stick prop on it. I now run a 3 blade narrow sensinich 78" prop and like it very well. Just my.02 for what it is worth.
Some of the 4 cylinder race boats were running stick props but did you notice the props had no metal on them, only a polyurethane type guard on the leading edge. Most people running hopped up 4 cylinders are spinning them up to 3400-3500 rpm, so the tipless narrow wood props snap quick and can handle those rpm's.
Larry
Larry
i have it on a 11' 6" gore rigged a little heavy, and the 1/2 gallon of resin i used to patch a few cracks annnnnnd the gallon of steelflex i just put on there dont help out with the weight...so im going to stay with a 70" to help move along the dry better...i did call around and all three claim there prop is better...great sales dept...lol hell mabey santa will leave a new Q series in my stockin... 
thanks for the replys , madin voyage this weekend. :shock:
thanks for the replys , madin voyage this weekend. :shock:Cajun Airboater
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I had a 70x32 wide blade Florida Airboat Prop on my 180 and turned it at 2800. I was pleased with its performance (had excellent push) but upgraded to a 72" Signature Series Powershift when I damaged the leading edge on the wood prop. The Powershift pushes a little better and has a little better snap but the difference wasn't dramatic. The biggest difference I noticed was that it improved my fuel economy. I wouldn't hessitate to buy another wide blade FAP if I were looking to save money.
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Anonymous
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Yes, the 4cyl guy was running a wood prop. That boat was plenty neat. The Q series is still a better performer in every way.
You have to run one to grasp the snap and push that they have. It's amazing.
I know people out there are still going to run wood props and that's fine. I'm just trying to share what I know with those looking for a great prop. For a direct drive, you cannot beat a Q Series, hands down. I know at least four guys that have run and built dozens upon dozens of boats and they all agree. '
Again, just trying to help folks with the hunt for a better propeller.
Red
You have to run one to grasp the snap and push that they have. It's amazing.
I know people out there are still going to run wood props and that's fine. I'm just trying to share what I know with those looking for a great prop. For a direct drive, you cannot beat a Q Series, hands down. I know at least four guys that have run and built dozens upon dozens of boats and they all agree. '
Again, just trying to help folks with the hunt for a better propeller.
Red