Prop for Ranger/Evinrude 225

Hi Randy 

Like everyone I need a little help.  I just bought a 2004 Ranger 621 Fisherman/Evinrude 225 HO.  The prop that came with the rig was a 21" cyclone 4 blade.  I can run 6000 rpms but only get 50 mph.  I have heard that the rpms should be kept closer to 5500 than 6000?  I believe a three blade will give me more top end?  I'm leaning toward a raker, if so what pitch should I look for to bring down the rpms.  Thanks up front for your help. 

Bill Olsen

Bill, 

Most of the 621’s I have done need a 22 Raker. The transom height is too high on that boat, so get the motor as low as you can. Most will run 58 or 60 with the engine down and a 3 blade Raker.

Randy

 

 

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Thanks,
Mark C.

 

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