My Hunter 34 six-months-new-to-me only makes about 4 knots under power at 2600 rpm. That seems awfully slow to me. I was told by the PO that he put a fixed-blade prop on it that was not quite right for the boat, and I'm inclined to agree. What is the correct spec for the prop on this boat, and what speed should I expect under power? Opinions on folding versus fixed, three blade versus two?
The 3GMF Yanmar is rated for 3,000 or 3,600 rpm in the manual (depending on which test they use). What is the recommended cruising rpm for long distance?
Thanks in advance.
The 3GMF Yanmar is rated for 3,000 or 3,600 rpm in the manual (depending on which test they use). What is the recommended cruising rpm for long distance?
Thanks in advance.