Racing Prop source?

[Chris Conger]

Hi All

I have a 1980 Johnson 25 HP that I want to get prepared for my Tunnel Mite I am building

Question is --- where is a good source for racing props, cupped props etc for smaller motors?

I am searching on the net and I just keep coming up with the same standard props for this motor...for fishing boats etc...

Thanks
Chris

[upspirate]

You might try these sites/forums:

http://www.hydroracer.net/modules/Jig/index.php

http://www.torcracing.ca/

http://www.fralickboats.com/index.html

http://www.muskokaseaflea.ca/

[Chris Conger]

Thanks - Excellent sites I did not come across before.

[upspirate]

Let us know what you find as I've got these same plans for a future build,and others will find the info useful also.

If you need plans for a home made Jack plate :

http://www.dillon-racing.com/jackplate/index.htm

[Scott]

Ron Hill makes props, they are all over ebay. Its quite a bonus that they are really good props too.

Google - Ron Hill Marine

[Chris Conger]

Just turning back to this.

Ron Hill has nice props but unfortunately nothing for my particular motor....I did not even ask about a custom job. Rather invest in a racing engine first.

[Scott]

Ya it would be the better way to go. That is what I did. What are you looking for?

There is a Merc 44XS and 650X/700X on www.fastboatscanada.com in pretty mint shape.

Like I've been told by many people a flat bottom wouldn't do for racing.

[Mr Hot Rod]

Here's a link to an outboard rebuilding shop in Carp, Ontario. They specialize in vintage Mercury Mark series racing engines :

• http://www.scottcraftboats.com/index.html

They may not have a prop for your particular motor, but may be able to refer you to someone that does !

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Building the Glen-L Hot Rod : http://www.boats.chelseacoachworks.com

[tfuchs]

I took A standard prop and had it shaped and cupped , It works way better.
I have Just send pictures in of my sons TNT Boat with a repitched 14 prop and we are getting 44 mph ,
The boat flies . Take a look
tfuchs@williamsfluidair.com

Regards
Tim

[upspirate]

Where's pics?

[tfuchs]

sorry for delay , here are some pictures of boat with reworked 14 pitch prop , 15p with cup
44 mph , and yes motor is overreving , note the transom lift and custom brackets.

[upspirate]

Great looking and performing boat,great pics.

Can you post a shot from the side on the trailer showing how high the motor is mounted in relation to the bottom of the hull please?

Thanks

( I just saw one of those same brackets on Craigslist for $60...I almost got it,but it's gone now)

[Scott]

Here is a place that reworks and repairs props

Kawartha Prop Repair
30 years servicing, repairing, balancing all types of props. ALUMINUM, BRASS, STAINLESS, PERFORMANCE.
John Fuderer
R.R.1, Lakefield Ontario Canada
1-705-657-8752 or 1-705-657-1033

FAX 1-705-657-9950

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