Best prop selection for a Thompson 260

[diesel]

I have a 260 Fisherman got a replace the prop looking for ideas on size and pitch would like a little better performance thanks

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[Bozeman Bob]

What do you have on there now and what is your max rpm compared to the MFG max rated rpm ? If its a I/O a SS prop will slip less than a aluminum and cut into the water sharper,less drag. The downside is the SS is not as forgiving as aluminum and you may end up bending you prop shaft if you smack some thing hard like a rock. If its a straight inboard you can go with a Nibral prop, just be prepared to spend some big bucks on them, same performance as the SS setup. Need more info to suggest any prop. If its a 350 you could throw on a Edlebrock intake manifold and carburetor and add about 30 hp. Really wont make a difference of more than maybe 1 mph...

[diesel]

It's a 350 with a outdrive

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[Bozeman Bob]

What do you have for a prop now ? SS or aluminum and what is the pitch ? Whats your max rpm vs Mfg specs ? That's your starting point.

[fishhook]

4 blade aluminum is way to go

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