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Name:	HP HQ -	Reply
Subject:	Pontoon Owners Please Read!!
Date:	5/3/2012 11:53:22 AM

I am working with a propeller company that will be needing some test subjects to try a new line of props for boats that are smaller outboards or inboards, either low powered or underpowered. Prefer pontoons in the 20 to 25 foot range, 50 to 150 hp four and two cycle outboards, 4 and 6 cylinder inboards as well. We will also be looking at fishing and runabout boats as well. The short and sweet is I am asking if anyone would be interest in finding out if a propeller would increase the performance, handling, holeshot, etc of their boat? One thing about the props we are trying is the reverse thrust, so backing up is normally increase by 50%.We will be collecting data that we can share with you and note the actual advantages or disadvantages of the changes we have made. Any person willing to donate some time and usage of their vessel will receive a free prop and hub of their choice for their time spent. If you would be interested in this, then please let me know 1. What boat style, tri toon, pontoon, runabout, size, motor size, etc 2. When would you be available to do this? I need to schedule, and we are hoping for weekend after next. 3. A way for me to contact you. Thanks Jeff Harris

Name:	Ulysses E. McGill -	Reply
Subject:	Pontoon Owners Please Read!!
Date:	5/3/2012 12:15:52 PM

If you want to try one on a big motor, let me know. 250 Etec. 18 pitch SS Viper prop. 23' Bennington Tritoon with ESP performance/handling package.

Name:	lubdalake -	Reply
Subject:	Pontoon Owners Please Read!!
Date:	5/3/2012 12:17:05 PM

How about an email address so we can contact you rather than clogging up this forum?

Name:	Ulysses E. McGill -	Reply
Subject:	Pontoon Owners Please Read!!
Date:	5/3/2012 12:25:15 PM

open up his post....there is an email link next to his alias.

Name:	HP HQ -	Reply
Subject:	Pontoon Owners Please Read!!
Date:	5/3/2012 1:20:55 PM

As we work our way up in size and design, I will def keep you in mind when we get that far along. Jeff

Name:	Summer Place -	Reply
Subject:	Pontoon Owners Please Read!!
Date:	5/3/2012 2:00:30 PM

I love to read post like this, it is very informative, and I hope Maverick is aware that you are up to no good Mc Gill...

Name:	DSCR -	Reply
Subject:	Pontoon Owners Please Read!!
Date:	5/3/2012 2:48:09 PM

LOL....I thought you were gonna request that they not cut every point corner coming out into the main channel, make sure their running lights are on the correct side and generally learn the correct rules of navigation. (sorry, couldn't resist....lol) When/if you get around to it, searay 240 sun deck, 350 magnum, 300 up, bravo 3 out drive, with whatever size and pitch come on those. It doesn't sound like your target market but just in case......

Name:	mckaygmc -	Reply
Subject:	Pontoon Owners Please Read!!
Date:	5/3/2012 5:42:11 PM

I will help if you need it..19'3" Bowrider with 5.0 I/O

I think you still have my number?

Name:	250 SEL -	Reply
Subject:	Pontoon Owners Please Read!!
Date:	5/3/2012 6:02:17 PM

I'm in you know what I got

Name:	MrHodja -	Reply
Subject:	Pontoon Owners Please Read!!
Date:	5/3/2012 6:28:40 PM

You have mail.....

Name:	HP HQ -	Reply
Subject:	Pontoon Owners Please Read!!
Date:	5/3/2012 7:21:29 PM

To answer some of the common questions I am receiving. 1. The test will take an hour from start to finish. 2. You will drive your own boat ( we will be collecting info) 3. Your Props in the MAIL!!! LOL. we cant carry that much product to the test site 4. We are insured 5. No we wont provide Beer, But will gladly accept! 6. If enough interest, we might do 2 tests. To get closer to some of you folks. Thanks again. Jeff

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