Prop Question on 2006 260 Sundancer

Nick70

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Apr 20, 2016
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New England
Boat Info
2006 Searay 260 DA 496 mag
RAYMARINE stuff.
Engines
496 Magnum
Bravo III
Can anybody share what size props they have on their 260 Sundancer?
I’m looking at one with a 496, and it’s got 28 pitch props.
I can’t recall the pitch on my previous 2006 260, which had a 350 mag in it.
But, a 28 pitch sounds kind of on the high end. I’m no expert though.
RPM @ 5000 tops out at 40 mph. Thinking it should have a few more to go.
Also, the lower unit has been replaced also, so maybe the gearing is different than stock. I’m trying to get an idea of what should normally be on there.
Thanks
 
You are correct that 28 is high. I would think top end speed would be on up there if it will turn a 28 at 5000rpms. I believe my ‘06 350mag, B3 was running 22 or 23...no more than 24.

I would surely think at the 8.1 at 5000rpms spinning a 28” prop would be in the 46+ range unless as you say the gear ratio was changed.

Bennett
 
I found some old literature I have from 2006. It shows a bravo 3 ratio of 2.00 and prop pitch 24, WOT rpm 4,800 for the 375hp 496mag engine.
 
I found some old literature I have from 2006. It shows a bravo 3 ratio of 2.00 and prop pitch 24, WOT rpm 4,800 for the 375hp 496mag engine.
Wow. Thanks Woody. Good info..exactly the kind I was looking for.
 

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