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Vector/Merc 3.0
Randy,
I am a little curious about prop selection and motor height on my setup. I
have a 1983 Vector with a 2000 3.0 225 Merc. Included are 6in manual
setback, 11 gal aluminum tank in the rear, dual cable steering, and foot
throttle, etc. A 27 inch Yamaha through hub prop came with the motor. This
prop was completely scary. I ran a cut 24 Merc chopper with my old 2.0
which was the best that I could find as far as handling. With this motor,
that prop is just too small. I bought a Merc cleaver 28 inch and am
curious what height should I run the motor. The gearcase has a LWP and has
1.75 gears in it. Thanks.
Cory
Cory,
You have a real interesting rig to say the least. The three litre is very
heavy so I'd try to get it as close to the transom as possible. Reverse
the jack plate or mount it on the transom if possible. Run a drag plate or
"whale tale" to help deal with the slow speed gallop that I'm
sure it has. The prop shaft needs to be from 2" below to1/2"
below. It's not that picky because the Vector was made to handle a 300lb
motor not a 500lb motor. Any set-up will be a compromise. I think that you
will find mounting the motor on the transom in the top hole (highest
position) will exceed any set-up you have with the 6" plate. The
weight is too much of a denominator.
Randy
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Thanks,
Mark C.
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