I’m brand new to boat ownership and we purchased a 2016 RZX 440. We run with an average of 8-12 people and we both wakeboard and just cruise around. I know this is probably the 100,000 time this has been asked but what is the best prop for cruising to get up and be a little faster (40 mph) and also the best prop for wake launch. We are at 650 ft on Columbia river and once in a while a lake at 2200 ft. Primarily the 650 ft elevation though. I’m sure these two uses are going to be 2 different props but I would like to know both so that I can adjust according to the primary use that summer. Thanks for understanding my ignorance and for any help I can get!
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Wont truly be able to recommend anything until we know what is currently on your boat. If I had to guess I would say acme 2419 15x12. That is a good option but not the greatest for top end but you aren't going to get to 40mph with anything that can push weight in that boat. With a little work you can run a 16" but you sacrifice in a few places. -
Hey i have the same boat in between your elevations. Nothing is going to do what you described but i bought a 2775 and i think it's the best i could get. Can cruise at 27-28 and low rpms and enough *** for surfing heavy.Comment
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Thank you both. I looked back and saw I put 40mph and I meant 30mph. I currently have a 2249 and it runs alright but I’m not sure comparatively what rpm’s and cruise speed should be. We got it a few weeks ago and haven’t been wakeboarding yet with any regularity of weather here in WA state. So I haven’t been able to really “learn” the boat yet. Thanks so much for the help.Comment
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That prop will be what you want for cruising. Weighted down and at high elevations you will want a lower pitch.Comment
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Thank you so much for the help and patience. I’ve got a feeling this site will be my new best friend.Comment
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