Prop Recommendation

[Tclark18]

Hope someone can guide me in the right direction. Unfortunately not an expert on props by any means. I have a 2001 225 5.0 efi, 240 hp. Max rpm between 4400 - 4800 rpm. The boat is running extremely well but was told by a reputable mechanic that my original prop (alpha 1 gen 2) is worn pretty bad. When he was showing me I was in fact surprised at how worn it is. He recommended a mirage plus 15 x 17P SS. Impossible to find. I am wondering what is a good stainless prop for me to run. If only 2 adults on board I fly out of the hole shot. Put 4 on board and a whole different story. I am not overly concerned about top end speed, but I do want to get on plane easier when I have 4 adults or more on board. I am happy cruising at 30.
PS..I have under 100 hrs on new engine.

This is what I find under a matrix sheet: 2001 225WE 5.0L EFI ALPHA 1 1.62:1 14 X 19 SS 169672 4800

 

[dtfeld]

If you find a local prop shop, they will work with you to get you what you need, possibly try before you buy.

 

[scoflaw]

What's on there now? That would be a good starting point

 

[Tclark18]

What's on there now? That would be a good starting point

Million dollar question. I really don't know. I did not have a chance to get a pic of prop with numbers on it before I dumped back in the water. I had it out changing the lower shift cable.