Question: I have a 2000 rinker 232 capitiva boat about props?

(Posted by: on 2010-06-19 08:10:41)

I have a 2002 rinker 232 capitva boat it has a 305 im wanting to install a stainless still prop for it can you tell me what kind would be good for this boat

Posted by: John R on 2010-06-19, 11:57:16

Turning point and quicksilver are both good props. but it your running it on small lakes or rivers i would stay with aluminum. In the event you strike a log or sand bar. stainless doesn't bend easy. if you strike something it is possible to damage the shaft. aluminum is a lot more forgiving.

Posted by: Cliff on 2010-06-19, 12:26:34

Stainless certainly gives better performance, if you are willing to pay the price. however, alum is more forgiving, more repairable and cheaper. and a change in pitch can make all the performance difference stainless can. as well as the option of going to a 4 blade alum prop. if you go to a stainless, same diameter and pitch and you will still see a differnce in performance. if you go with more blades, same diameter and pitch and you will see a difference. lower pitch allows the motor to rev higher, so be aware of starting top speed rpms. higher pitch slows the motors top rpms, and gives you a better hole shot. but a lower top speed. as i bleive rinker uses merc motors, check this link out. its merc's prop selector tool. mercurymarine.com/ propellers/ prop-selector/ #