i have a 97 pantera II 18.5 feet long with a Mercury 200 EFI with a Tempest 25p prop part # is 48-825866 boat has 6 in jackplate when i go to takeoff boat is slow to get on pad i have changed fuel filter on motor with no help i dont know if its a jackplate adjustment or a prop issue dealer i bought boat from said previous owner had boat setup for topend speed i would rather have holeshot i dont tournament fish but the waters i fish have shallow flats and i need boat to get on pad quickly rather than lug around.any info will be appreciated thanks for your time
We would drop back to a 24″ Trophy and give that a spin. On a 1997 model there are dozens of variables which we have no knowledge of and many can impact both top end and hole shot. Top end RPMs and speed can help indicate challenges.
I ran a 97 P II. Its actually 19. The 24 trophy was a really good performer on that setup and had a very nice holeshot. Other variables should include the jackplate height, engine condition and your load.96 Eyra/12 Mercury 175 Pro XS with 2015 single axle trailer2017 Victory Gunner
I have a 98 PII with a 200 Mariner. I run both a 24 pitch and 25 pitch trophy plus.Both work great, the 24 pitch is quicker out of the hole with tournament load, especially in the summer months
If youre not too concerned about top end , drop down to a 23 pitch . — Great holeshot , and you only lose a few M.P.H. on the top . — Its all a matter of preference . — Hoss
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