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jmcknight00
Joined: 01 May 2009 Posts: 11 City/Region: Juneau
State or Province: AK
C-Dory Year: 1990
C-Dory Model: 22 Angler
Vessel Name: C-Lyin'
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Posted: Fri Jul 01, 2011 7:09 pm Post subject: Prop Size for 22 foot Angler with 115 Yamaha 4 stroke |
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Just wondering if anyone has a similar setup. I just got the motor installed and am in the middle of the break in right now. I just ordered a doel fin to put on it as well. Thanks for the help! |
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Sea Wolf
Joined: 01 Nov 2003 Posts: 8650 City/Region: Redding
State or Province: CA
C-Dory Year: 1987
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Sea Wolf
Photos: Sea Wolf
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Posted: Fri Jul 01, 2011 8:32 pm Post subject: |
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jmcknight00-
I only have a 90 hp Yamaha on a heavier CD-22 Cruiser, but my boat is over proped with a 17 inch by 13.5 inch diameter prop, and finds a 15 inch pitch prop more satisfactory.
With your Angler, lighter weight, and 115 hp Yami, you should be able to use the 17 inch pitch prop to the fullest and into the ideal rpm range from 5500-6000.
The prop diameter should stay at about 13.5 inches.
All bets are off if you carry a lot of extra fuel, camping gear, crab pots, passengers, dogs, and coolers full of ice, beer, and fish!
Have a great weekend!
Joe. _________________ Sea Wolf, C-Brat #31
Lake Shasta, California
"Most of my money I spent on boats and women. The rest I squandered'. " -Annonymous |
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Jeff & Mimi
Joined: 07 Jan 2010 Posts: 33 City/Region: Vancouver
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 1987
C-Dory Model: 22 Angler
Vessel Name: Kristen Rose
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Posted: Fri Jul 01, 2011 9:37 pm Post subject: |
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We also have a 90 HP Yamaha on our 22FT. Angler and we are useing a 13.5 x 17 Prop and is perfect match for are boat. Fully loaded for a two week trip We have found that when we can run at about 3800 RPM, 16 MPH, we get our best fuel economy. _________________ Jeff, 1987 C-Dory 22FT. Angler The Kristen Rose |
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jmcknight00
Joined: 01 May 2009 Posts: 11 City/Region: Juneau
State or Province: AK
C-Dory Year: 1990
C-Dory Model: 22 Angler
Vessel Name: C-Lyin'
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Posted: Sat Jul 02, 2011 8:37 pm Post subject: Thanks guys |
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Thanks for the help, I really appreciate it. What are your thoughts on 4 blade versus 3 blade and stainless versus aluminum?
James - Juneau, AK |
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thataway
Joined: 02 Nov 2003 Posts: 20988 City/Region: Pensacola
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: thataway
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Posted: Sat Jul 02, 2011 9:10 pm Post subject: |
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3 blade works well for this application. SS is less flex, better if you are going thru mud/sand. But for most applications Aluminum is satisfactory. I had the 115 on a boat which was slightly shorter and about the same "factory weight"--less real weight. It was a great engine, with excellent economy.
I like the Doelfin for smaller engines and smaller boats such as inflatable boats. For the bigger boats I perfer the Permatrim-larger and aluminum. Minimal flex. Both the trim tabs and a Permatrim are the best combination. _________________ Bob Austin
Thataway
Thataway (Ex Seaweed) 2007 25 C Dory May 2018 to Oct. 2021
Thisaway 2006 22' CDory November 2011 to May 2018
Caracal 18 140 Suzuki 2007 to present
Thataway TomCat 255 150 Suzukis June 2006 thru August 2011
C Pelican; 1992, 22 Cruiser, 2002 thru 2006
Frequent Sea; 2003 C D 25, 2007 thru 2009
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Home port: Pensacola FL |
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Sea Wolf
Joined: 01 Nov 2003 Posts: 8650 City/Region: Redding
State or Province: CA
C-Dory Year: 1987
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Sea Wolf
Photos: Sea Wolf
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Posted: Sat Jul 02, 2011 9:30 pm Post subject: |
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In addition to Bob's correct assessments, I'll comment about the 4-blade prop.
It has more surface area than a three blade, hence a little more drag, and you'll also notice that it slips less with a better bite.
The result is a little less top end speed (more drag), and less flexibility in terms of speed range (since it won't slip as easily).
However, it's really better in very heavily loaded boats, like big cruisers, houseboats, workboats, tugs, and the like (better bite).
It also vibrates less with 4 blades turning rather than 3 at very slow speeds where you can feel and hear each blade turn in the water, like below 1000 rpm. Jim Gibson pointed this out to me years ago at a winter get-together in the California Delta. I drove his boat, and bought a similar prop!
Generally, then, Solas 15 inch pitch 13.25 inch diameter prop is a good alternative for a CD-22 Cruiser, particularly if you travel heavily loaded and often at higher altitudes, but probably not necessary with 115 hp!
As usual, it's a guessing game, and YMMV (Your Mileage May Vary)!
Joe. |
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Zricky
Joined: 26 Mar 2010 Posts: 46 City/Region: Costa Mesa
State or Province: CA
C-Dory Year: 2004
C-Dory Model: 16 Angler
Vessel Name: Spunky
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Posted: Tue Aug 09, 2011 1:10 am Post subject: speed |
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so what kind of cruise speed are you getting with the 115? |
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jmcknight00
Joined: 01 May 2009 Posts: 11 City/Region: Juneau
State or Province: AK
C-Dory Year: 1990
C-Dory Model: 22 Angler
Vessel Name: C-Lyin'
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Posted: Tue Aug 09, 2011 5:05 pm Post subject: Re: Speed |
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Well, I just left the same prop on there. It is a three blade aluminum 13.25 inch 15 pitch. I only have 9 hours on it so far, but I've been pretty happy. Fully loaded I cruise about 25 mph on the gps at 4,500 rpm. I did put a doel fin on the engine and that enables me to get up on step even at 12 mph, which is nice when it's choppy (which it frequently is in Juneau, AK). I pegged it out at about 5,800 rpm for a minute or so and we were going about 38 mph. It wasn't quite WOT, but I didn't really want to max it out. I haven't figured out my mpg yet, but it looks like it will be considerably better than my old 85hp Yamaha. I think the prop is going to work out quite well. As far as the engine size, I am happy I went with the 115 so far. It is a little heavier, but not enough to be a detriment and it's nice that I don't have to run at 5,700 rpm anymore. Thank you for all who helped! |
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tpbrady
Joined: 08 Feb 2005 Posts: 891 City/Region: Anchorage
State or Province: AK
C-Dory Year: 2005
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Bidarka II
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Posted: Tue Aug 09, 2011 9:18 pm Post subject: |
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38 is fast for a 22. How was the stability? My 25 becomes a little "squirrelly" above 32. The 22 Cruiser I had was the same above 30. I've had the 25 up to 35 knots and that was way fast. _________________ Tom
22 Cruiser Bidarka 2004-2009
25 Cruiser Bidarka II 2010-2013
38 Trawler Mia Terra 2012-2015
42 Nordic Tug 2015-
28 KingFisher 2009-2014
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jmcknight00
Joined: 01 May 2009 Posts: 11 City/Region: Juneau
State or Province: AK
C-Dory Year: 1990
C-Dory Model: 22 Angler
Vessel Name: C-Lyin'
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Posted: Thu Aug 11, 2011 2:14 pm Post subject: Too Fast |
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Yes, felt a little too fast. Didn't feel real squirrelly, but still didn't want to do it very long. I like cruising about 25. Comfortable speed, and the mileage is still pretty good. |
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baensch-ak
Joined: 13 Jan 2008 Posts: 56 City/Region: Prineville
State or Province: OR
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Life of Riley
Photos: G. S. Lollipop
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Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2012 5:23 pm Post subject: |
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Hello, prop men (or women),
We have a prop question for the Lake Powel/Yellowstone, high altitude experienced crowd.
WHAT IS THE RIGHT PROP PITCH FOR THOSE VENUES, please?
Cape Cruiser 23' with 115 Yamaha. Present prop for sea level: Michigan Wheel
stainless steel three bladed 13 3/8" diameter by 15" pitch, which works fine, sea level to 3000".
Typical load: 2 modestly dimensioned adults and long-term supplies on board.
Thank you for your feed-back, Al & Karen (HARMONY) _________________ Previously owned C-D 16' URSA MINOR, C-D 22' PEGASUS, Island Packet 380 FRIENDSHIP live aboard, C-D 16' G.S. LOLLIPOP, Cape Cruiser 23 HARMONY. As of June '19 sailing 'Life of Riley', a C-Dory 22, stored in Bellingham. Al & Karen |
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Matt Gurnsey Dealer
Joined: 11 Nov 2008 Posts: 1532 City/Region: Port Orchard
State or Province: WA
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Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2012 8:21 pm Post subject: |
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The Yamaha spec for the 115 is a WOT of 5000 to 6000 RPM. If you're hitting 5800 the you're dead on where you want to be. I wouldn't change a thing. _________________ Matt Gurnsey
Kitsap Marina
www.kitsapmarina.com
360-895-2193
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baensch-ak
Joined: 13 Jan 2008 Posts: 56 City/Region: Prineville
State or Province: OR
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Life of Riley
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Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2012 11:31 am Post subject: |
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H, Matt,
Thank you for your reply. I am happy with the way the boat/motor performs on the Sound and even at modest altitudes like the Prineville Reservoir or Lake Billy Chinook here in Central Oregon. My concern was primarily for Lake Powell, which is, as far as I have been able to find out, at just under 3,700 feet elevation, another 2,000 feet higher than our lakes here. I have also heard from a Lake Powell visitor that he could not get C-Dory 25 on plane until he got a prop with a lower pitch.
Is there a formula that can be used to estimate power loss versus altitude and relates that to pitch reduction to maintain RPM/power? There ought to be one I would think, but I have looked all over the i-net and not found one. My guess is that reducing pitch from 15" to 13" would work for me, but it is only a guess.
Thank you, Al |
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colbysmith
Joined: 02 Oct 2011 Posts: 4657 City/Region: Madison
State or Province: WI
C-Dory Year: 2009
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C-Traveler
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Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 12:14 am Post subject: |
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I've got the C-22 crusier with a Mercury 115 EFI 4-stroke. The current prop is a stainless 13 3/4 x 13. I would like to switch to an aluminum prop. I think the current one seems to be running ok, but wondering what others with this boat and engine are using for props. Thanks. Colby |
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thataway
Joined: 02 Nov 2003 Posts: 20988 City/Region: Pensacola
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: thataway
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Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 3:30 am Post subject: |
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On our first C Dory (90 hp Evinrude 2 stroke)--we used a 17" seal level, 15" powell, and 13" at the highest elevation. Dropping at least 2" is advisable.
Mercury puts out a chart showing HP loss at altitude. About 10% at 3500 feet and 20% at 7,000 feet. So a 90 would be close to 81 at 3000, and about 72 at 3500 feet. A lot depends on loading, type of prop, cupping etc. So far our Honda 90 carbonated runs well enough at Powell, that we are sticking with the 15" on the 2006 boat. If I was to pick up a second prop, I would go with 13".
On the 25, we finally ended up with an 11" pitch (down from 15) on Powell. But that boat was under powered with the Honda 130 and also loaded. The engine was badly lugging with the 15" prop. |
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