hydrostream hst 1990

[steve berry]

hi folks need some advice i have a hst with 10 inches of set back running a old fresh build gt235 with some mods done heads etc would like some advice on 2 props 1st something for the river quick to top end 2nd something for top end i have a 27 srx and also a 30 et lightning any advice you have would be great the motor is in the 250 hp range thanks steve

[LakeFever]

What speed/rpm are you getting now?

[steve berry]

i have never ran it with this motor just put in on not wired yet just trying to get some feelers out there thanks steve

[LakeFever]

By most accounts you have two of the best props out there for your set up. Do you have solid mounts and a low water pickup? Water pressure gauge?

[steve berry]

yes i do have solid mounts l w p and installing water pressure gauge thanks steve

[LakeFever]

It sure sounds to me that your on a solid trajectory. You have a great hull, plenty of power, a couple great props, and a solid set up. I can admit to buying a ton of props because i like to try them all but i cant think of anything to suggest with yours thats gonna run better than a 30et. Maybe theres some four blade options worth trying but if your not looking to waste money, once you run it and know your speed and rpm you can use a prop slip calculator to decide what you want to try next.

im guessing your gonna love both of those props

[steve berry]

thanks lakefever for your input i cant waite for summer to come back around getting cold here in ontario thanks again steve berry

[bigboy]

Hi Steve,

I have an HST with a 200 merc (stock except reeds and tuner). I have a hydraulic 10" lift. The boat runs very well. I tried a lot of props. For cruising, carrying weight a solas scorpion is very hard to beat. Best speed I had with the srx 29. A lot of props run very well on mine. I like the hydaulic lift to get it up and running and that jack the engine up.

[LOSTINJ]

this post brings back memories of Bob Maskos HST he ran on mullica river in early 90's , v-8 omc on 8 inch one off hand made on bridgeport as well as formula one lower ran 120 , i was in back seat going 110 .