C&C 26 Prop information

[ismwo]

So far cross my fingers, my current stock prop is in good shape. Not being a prop expert but knowing there is a great deal of knowledge in this forum; I was just wondering if there were better props available for my boat and how I go about the selection processes? If I appear to be totally lost here I made my point.

Thanks in advance for the interest.

[JimsCAL]

A few questions. Inboard? If so is it a fixed prop or folding or feathering? What engine? What speed can you make under power? What are the RPMs at cruise speed and max speed?

[ismwo]

Sorry for the lacking info JimsCAL. Its a 7.5 Vire inboard with a fixed prop. Sorry no tac. to track RPM's.Thanks in advance for the Help.

[mitiempo]

You will need to know the rpm and the ratio of the transmission. An optical tach can be borrowed probably. Without these numbers it is just a wild guess.

[Liquorice]

How do you know you have a stock prop?
What have you got now - 2 blade; 3 blade; fixed; folding?
What pitch and diameter?

[Liquorice]

I have a 1977 C&C26.
According to the original owners manual the standard prop fitted with a Vire was:
2 blade fixed: 11" x 7" x 7/8" RH or optionally a 12" x 6" x 7/8" RH folding.
(Transmission was a 2:1 reduction)

[sawingknots]

michigan prop is very good and helpful at working out a formula for prop requirements,its a free service

[mitiempo]

As is this link West by North Enterprises - Propeller Recommendations

[ismwo]

Your right I have no idea if I have a stock prop. Its a 2 blade brass fixed. Its in the water so no measurements available yet. Thanks for a the interest so far in helping.