Topic: 2000 Pantera 3 200 efi need better holeshot

2000 Pantera 3 200 efi need better holeshot

Need help,i have 3- blade tempest plus 23 pitch,and it takes 5to 6 seconds to get on plane. I run in shallow water and id like to see if i could get at least 3 seconds to get on plane. Great top end speed , want to switch to 4-blade 24 or 25 pitch Power tech prop to help out holeshot. At about 6400 rpms ,speed is about 69mph.I tried a 25 pitch predator 3- blade hole shot was worse it wanted to blow out right before plane, would have to back off of hot foot till planes out berfore getting up to 5800 rpms at about 66mph on gps. would like recommendations on jackplate height if i need to adjust it also with changing to 4- blade prop. The rpms&trial runs are with a tournament load.

This topic has 6 replies, 5 voices, and was last updated 18 years ago by DPT2005.

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April 24, 2006 at 4:38 pm #350418

TnSabre
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I have a 25 Trophy if you think you might be interested in trading or buying it. Ill sell it for $200 + shipping.

March 2, 2007 at 5:51 pm #350422

Gaius Tew
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I have experienced the same problem as well as others who have P3s.Go to a 13 1/2 X 24 4 Blade also a Hydrofoil Stabilizer by Sting Ray will make a unbelievable difference. You will be on plane instantly while others are just thinking about it.

April 9, 2007 at 1:08 pm #350425

basscat247
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Have you tried adjusting the vent plugs on your prop. Sometimes going bigger or smaller on those plugs will help with your hole shot. Also, I do not know what your rpm limit is on your motor but 6400 RPMs sounds a little high to me. You might want to try coming down a little bit on your jack plate for better hole shot also. A 4 bladed prop should help get you on pad a little faster also. Good LuckJoey

April 10, 2007 at 9:02 pm #350431

DPT2005
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TnSabre, do you still have that 25 trophy available. I know that was a long time ago that you posted, but thought i would ask. If you have it, is it in good condition and could you send pics. Thanks.KentKent Charles 2002 Pantera Classic & 200 Yamaha VMax

April 10, 2007 at 10:44 pm #350433

TnSabre
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Sorry, I traded the prop for a 26 Trophy and it looks like I may have to try a 27 to keep my rpms down.

April 11, 2007 at 12:24 am #350434

DPT2005
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OK, thanks for the reply. Ill keep looking.KentKent Charles 2002 Pantera Classic & 200 Yamaha VMax
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