Frontier Update

[getonfish]

I have had quite a few people ask about the 2104/Zuke 175 combo.

I have not posted anything yet because I have been testing out props for LAM to try and find the right prop for this combo. I have tried 3 props so far with the 23 pitch Suzuki being the best so far. Here are the numbers for that prop.

1 person half tank of fuel top speed 54.1 mph, cruise 4000rpm consistent 35mph

3 adults full tank top speed 48.5, cruise 32

Hole shot is very good under both conditions.

I got the 54 at 5800rpm so we are thinking with the right prop we can get closer to the 6000rpm without to much slip.

We tried a Suzuki 21 and a power tech 21 but both of them hit the rev limiter with a lot of throttle left and much slower speeds.

If any prop pros have any suggestions feel free to throw them out there.

[jchief]

Just for a comparison, my Yamaha F150 @ 4000 RPM, loaded is about 30 MPH.

[jchief]

Oh, I think my boat may be a bit lighter. I have the 210

[Kyle71]

jchief, the weight difference between the 210 and the 2104 Frontier is 215 pounds. That wont make a huge difference in performance but it will make some.

[SuperDave]

Getonfish, any updates on the speeds?

[alphaman]

I have the same boat as getonfish minus the jackplate and power pole. 3500rpm 35mph. 4000rpm 40mph. wot 54 mph. 2 adults full tank and gear. Got it up to 56-57 with a quarter of tank gas.
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[SuperDave]

What prop are you running alphaman?

Seems like your boat is faster than his. I really want 40mph at 4000rpm.

[alphaman]

Same prop. the weight on the back maybe y there is a difference in mid range speed. I would say

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[SuperDave]

Yeah, that's the only thing I can think of too.

Does anyone have any numbers on the Yamaha 200 4 stroke (non SHO)?

[jchief]

Originally Posted by SuperDave

Yeah, that's the only thing I can think of too.

Does anyone have any numbers on the Yamaha 200 4 stroke (non SHO)?

PM Kyle71

[SuperDave]

Originally Posted by jchief

PM Kyle71

We've been talking......

[PaulMyers]

Originally Posted by SuperDave

We've been talking......

What color?

[Kyle71]

Speed of the 2104 with the 200 SHO= 63-64 light.

[PaulMyers]

Originally Posted by Kyle71

Speed of the 2104 with the 200 SHO= 63-64 light.

That's Smokin!

What is that, a 6~7 grand upcharge?

[Montauk17]

Originally Posted by Kyle71

Speed of the 2104 with the 200 SHO= 63-64 light.

Prolly cruise at 45-50 and get good fuel mileage. Prime example why it's always best to put the max hp.

[Kyle71]

That's correct Mr. Paul, but that also includes a hydro jack plate because it is a must on the SHO motors. Montauk, I have heard that some guys are getting 3.8-4 mpg with their fuel management gauges. I have not personally witnessed that though.

[getonfish]

Originally Posted by SuperDave

Getonfish, any updates on the speeds?

Top speed has not changed much for me, I average around 50 loaded and a full tank. The mid range has gotten a little better over time. At 4000rpm under loaded conditions I am running around 38mph. I think the difference comes from me learninng the boat and where to set my trim under each condition.

Fuel mileage is awesome. I ran from Port Neches to the Jetties on Sabine at cruise speeds. But had to run WOT on the way back to avoid a storm and only burned 11 gallons. That is the equivalent of running Prien to the jetties and back.

[Montauk17]

Originally Posted by getonfish

Top speed has not changed much for me, I average around 50 loaded and a full tank. The mid range has gotten a little better over time. At 4000rpm under loaded conditions I am running around 38mph. I think the difference comes from me learninng the boat and where to set my trim under each condition.

Fuel mileage is awesome. I ran from Port Neches to the Jetties on Sabine at cruise speeds. But had to run WOT on the way back to avoid a storm and only burned 11 gallons. That is the equivalent of running Prien to the jetties and back.

That is impressive fuel mileage

[getonfish]

Originally Posted by Montauk17

That is impressive fuel mileage

I thought so, I couldnt believe I only burned that. I should probably mention though that not the WHOLE way back was WOT but a good bit of it.