I just prop tested it this last weekend. The 14p Enertia outperformed the 15p Enertia and both were better than my original 15p Rev4. The diameter of the 14p is slightly larger than the 15p (15.3 vs 15.0). All tested on the same day in the same conditions.
Loading --------Full tank of fuel 35 gallons, 2 people (400#)
Notes - going to pitch down 1"...waiting for prop to come in. Boat is very heavy with options including the 53" pylon (I think weighs close to 90# with mounting hardware), refrigerator, 5 gallon water tank, power steering, extra battery, power bimini, scotch, rum, vodka, brandy, jack daniels, red wine, white wine, 30 cans of beer, coke, sprite, sour, tonic, seltzer, limes, lemons, cherries, olives, oranges, cutting board, ice, glassware, etc. Even with all that equipment and alcohol, it handles great. Max HP is 200, I'm very happy that I went all the way. I am confident a 150 will be a disappointment.
Notes: This was the very first run on a brand new motor. On second time out, with 4 people and full tank of gas plus cooler etc, 47mph at approximately 5900 rpm. Upon break in, proper trim and operator gaining experience, I will update.
Notes: This was the very first run on a brand new motor. On second time out, with 4 people and full tank of gas plus cooler etc, 47mph at approximately 5900 rpm. Upon break in, proper trim and operator gaining experience, I will update.
That looks great. You might be able to run a 17 or even an 18, which is what I have. Wait until 20 hours and check it out. 6400 is upper limit on the V-Rod. Mine turns about 6250 with the 18 on a 250 Pro.
Loading -------- 5 adults, 2 dogs, ~56 gallons of fuel, 2 massive 120qt coolers, food, water and camping supplies for a 5+ day camping trip.
Notes ------- Optimum trim was once again around 1/2. No porpoising above that but speed would slip. Slightly choppy water conditions.
I think I am propped just about right and I am very happy that my top speed didn't slip a huge amount with the heavy camping load. I had hoped to do a light load test at the lower elevation but I didn't get around to it. Maybe later this year.