Prop suggestion for Baja 322 w/HP 500's

[Baja 2-72]

Looking for a new set of props for a 1999 Baja 322 w/twin HP 500's/. Currently running Mirage 25 inch 3 blade. Wid open RPM is right where it is supposed to be. The problem is is trying to run slow in rough Great Lakes waves. Below 30 MPH props keep breaking loose. Looking for suggestions in a 4 blade...

[Havasu Cig]

I would think some 30 four blades would work. I run 28's on our Top Gun, and also have a set of labbed 30's. The 30's are just a little much for the 500's in our boat, but we are a bit bigger than you.

[Baja 2-72]

Is is really possible to add 5 inches of pitch when going to a four blade?

[Havasu Cig]

I just noticed in your post that you are running 25's now. That really suprises me. How much does the boat weigh?
Our Cig is running the same power and weighs in at about 10,000 wet. It will turn the 28's at 5200. I would think you get spin more prop.

[Havasu Cig]

I just noticed in your post that you are running 25's now. That really suprises me. How much does the boat weigh?
Our Cig is running the same power and weighs in at about 10,000 wet. It will turn the 28's at 5200. I would think you get spin more prop.

[Havasu Cig]

I just noticed in your post that you are running 25's now. That really suprises me. How much does the boat weigh?
Our Cig is running the same power and weighs in at about 10,000 wet. It will turn the 28's at 5200. I would think you get spin more prop.

[Havasu Cig]

Sorry, my computer is having problems.

[Baja 2-72]

its around 8500 lbs.

[Baja 2-72]

has anyone heard anything about the new five blade from Mercury called "Maximus"

[Havasu Cig]

The new 5 blades are supposed to work well. I heard the Merc will be available soon. I was told I could see 2-3 mph gain with a 5 blade.
I take it your boat is not stepped but You should be able to turn a bigger prop than a 25 3 blade IMO.
Go to Offshoreonly.com and ask the quastion there. There is probably someone there that will be familier with your hull. Good luck.