08 merc 60hp efi plane and speed

[shimano19]

Thanks SPOOLED, I think I'm going to go with the 12 seems like the best bet.

Thanks john I appreciate the help. And drifter I've been looking into the 4 blade and I think I'll stick with the 3 I actually wouldn't mind trying one before I picked that up

[shimano19]

Also those results were with 3 people in the boat. If I have 2 people in the boat would it affect my rpms? I would have a greater top speed but would my rpms raise or lower?

[scugpg]

Also those results were with 3 people in the boat. If I have 2 people in the boat would it affect my rpms? I would have a greater top speed but would my rpms raise or lower?

Less people would mean higher rpm and more speed. So 11p is definitely too small pitch.

[shimano19]

With the 12p will my holeshot be slower than the 11p?

[scugpg]

With the 12p will my holeshot be slower than the 11p?

Most likely yes. Think of it as taking off in second gear rather than first in a car. Starts slower but goes faster once it gets moving.

[shimano19]

Okay I'll give it a shot, I'm looking for it to stay around 6000rpm and get somewhat the same speed