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Created On: 12/26/2007 04:02:05 PM
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boatdaddy
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We have a 1989 38' Coastal Barracuda. Do anyone know what the proper size prop is for this boat with Volvo 350's and outdrives, and how many RPM's, and how fast it should go?
Oh, and what RPM and speed gets the best fuel mileage?

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 01/01/2008 07:55:39 PM
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johnplatou
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Best mpg would be with one engine @ a max of about 3.5 mpg, or both engines at about 25 mph.  Top speed shod be about 30 mph.

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1990 HM 38 with Mercruiser 454 Bravo.Lift Stored, Trailerable, and Fits in garage. One of 9 boats presently owned. Boating experience 45 years and 8000 hours. Trailering Hm 38 16 years and 6000 miles, other trailering 100,000 miles and 39 years.

Edited: 01/01/2008 at 07:56:58 PM by johnplatou
 01/05/2008 03:28:25 PM
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boatdaddy
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OK,
Thanks John

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