Catalina 30 Best Propellor Choice?

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Ron Capron

I recently purchased a 1979 Catalina 30 (best boat for the $$$$ within my budget). It takes al but a herd of mules to get it moving in reverse, and backing out of a slip with more than a 10 knot crosswind is nearly impossible. I have owned 27's and 30's for the last 20 years, but this is the first Catalina. I love the boat, it just doesn't want to move. It came out for the season today, and i found that it has a 2 bladed propeller with what appears to be very little pitch. My question is this: depending on the experience of other C 30 owners, what is the best size and pitch. It has the old standard Atomic 4 and Hurth drive, both in good operating condition. Can someone offer me some suggestions or guidance? Thanks for your interest and help.
 
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Sean

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My 30 with a 12 hp diesel is great. I generally run at 5.5 knots at 3/4 throttle. My prop is a three blade 12X12. Backing up is never a problem. It doesn't seem to walk at all. Hope this helps. Sean
 
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don r

right prop?

our boat has the 3 blade 12X7, but some people like the 2 blade instead. i'm happy with mine so far
 
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