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Thanks man!Cleaver vs Max 5 props
What’s everyone’s take on the Merc cleavers? They are speedy at $6k each. Worth it? I have not tested one yet but am told it will add a few mph to my top end. Not sure it’s worth it as I am not sure I will run full speed much. I just want to find out what this is capable of ..... you know...
Easier time getting on plane. I’m nervous as hell to break a prop shaft
. I’m not after top speed. With a 2 and 3 year old that’s not in my cards. I know the Nordic will do north of 90 and that’s faster than I’ll ever go lol. But sometimes having to have a big dick contest I may want the top end speed also
Same lowers 300Rs, 400Rs, and 450Rs all have the same issue. Even with new revised one piece shaft.
So the new shaft breaks too? Is it usually when getting on plane?
Yes I’ve heard let it sit at about 3200 rpm and let it do its thing till it rolls over. I let mine do that but usually have to throttle up slowly till 3500 as soon as I hear it start to rev up I back off and we are good.
Yes, the cavitation when getting on plane kills them, but running at speed with a cleaver will also make them snap. There is a member here with a 300r on a 21 Liberator who snapped so many shafts under warranty Mercury threatened to stop sending him new ones lol.
So no cleaver lol
For your boat I don’t see the need for them, especially if top speed isn’t your main concern. The short comparison between Max 5s and cleavers is prop slip, the cleavers have less prop slip which equals more top speed.
That’s true. Sounds like max 5s are the way to go.For your boat I don’t see the need for them, especially if top speed isn’t your main concern. The short comparison between Max 5s and cleavers is prop slip, the cleavers have less prop slip which equals more top speed.
Another thing to think about is how sharp cleavers are and your kids needing to go in-between them while using the swim step.
They look cool and make the motors sound better though
You can also try the Hill Signature 5 blades to save some money.
I will look into them.
Agreed i have a hill signature 5 it is a great prop.
I’d like to think no. I’ve only changed a prop on my old drive a few times but I remember zero play.
That's kind of what I was thinking too I only have experience with a Bravo One out drive and the one on the new boat is an Imco SC
It’s not just holeshot but midrange efficiency (cruise) that a B3 benefits you.
Found itI would love to try out the max5 15-1/4" that @lavey jr recommended
Awesome thank you that might work 15 days though including shipping time might be kind of difficult and the $55 fee that does not get added to the prop if you buy a new one.. but if it saves me from buying a prop that doesn't work maybe it's worth it.
