Yamaha F40 prop problems.
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I have a 2012 Yamaha F40 tiller on a 15' x 6'4" skiff with a Yamaha performance stainless 3 blade prop that is 10.5" diameter with 13 pitch. I am only getting 3600 - 3800 rpm wide open with one person and minimal load. Any suggestions on what to do for better performance? Thanks.
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Something is definitely wrong. An easy check is on GPS speed. If the RPMs are correct with your gear ratio and RPM you would be running 21-23 mph. If you are running faster than that, then the tach may be set for 4 cylinders instead of 3 cylinders. Alternatively, that prop should deliver 31 - 34 MPH if the boat+engine can deliver that speed at target 5500 RPM.
As Brett noted, if the engine isn't getting fuel, is sucking air or the throttle linkage is binding all could be a problem. But it is easier these days with a handheld GPS to check speed first.
As Brett noted, if the engine isn't getting fuel, is sucking air or the throttle linkage is binding all could be a problem. But it is easier these days with a handheld GPS to check speed first.
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