Would a ACME 1234 be good on an '05 SV211 TE w/ ZR6?

[dabigkahuna]

I got a new prop a while ago, back when the 1234 just came out. I believe it was Jim at ACME that recommended the 536 for my boat, so I bought it. Was way better than Stock, but still not awesome on hole-shot. He was concerned that the 1234 would be too much with the ZR6, and that the 14" size of the 1234 would put the prop too close to the gelcoat . He said that if the prop is less than 1/2" (I think) away from the gelcoat, it could cause burning of the gelcoat.

I load my boat with about 1,000 lbs. over stock ballast, and I usually have 1 driver and 2 passengers.

Anybody having troubles with a 1234/1235 on a 211? Do you think the 1234 would be a good pick for the ZR6 211? Also, did the 1234/1235 prop change the wake?

I think I need a new prop, especially with the way the gas prices are going up. I spend a bit of time getting on plane, and I know it's got to waste gas. Any recommendation would be appreciated.

[saceone]

RE: Would a ACME 1234 be good on an

how would a very high rpm prop make you SAVE on gas? unless you're running 3 000 lbs of ballast?

I'm running a 644 on my 330excalibur(210) and it's a good compromise IMO.

[dabigkahuna]

RE: Would a ACME 1234 be good on an

I should state that our crew tries new tricks a lot, so there are lots of short runs. We don't spend too much time at riding speed because of this. Start-Stop-Start-Stop, etc. We don't cruise with the boat, start riding from the dock, return to the dock, switch rider, and do it again. Lots of full throttle for getting out out of the hole.

[Mikeski]

RE: Would a ACME 1234 be good on an

I would run the 1272 on the ZR6, the deeper cup will keep it from overrevving.

I ran the 1272 for a weekend behind my 330 then sent it back for a 1234 cause the 330 would only turn it 4900rpms. The surf wake was better on starboard, worse on port versus the 1160 I run which is nearly the same as a 536 or 644.

I also noticed the 1272 produced some spray at 34mph <28off

[dabigkahuna]

RE: Would a ACME 1234 be good on an

Thanks Mikeski. So, in your opinion, will I see a good level of improvement if I were to switch to the 1272? I wasn't that impressed with the last prop upgrade (536), so I don't want to plunk down more money for a prop if it isn't going to be a really good improvement.

Also, If I were to change props, do you think the wake at 22-24 mph while wakeboarding will change any?

Thanks!

[TylerO]

RE: Would a ACME 1234 be good on an

I have some input here and an possible opportunity for dabigkahuna;

I have an 07 SV211 Team with the ZR6. Stock prop is the 645 which works great. I wanted a back up prop so I figured i would try the new low end prop Acme's 1235. The 1235 prop it's ridiculously fast to plane. I immediately liked the prop but soon realized it wouldn't work for my application. I typically drive 20 minutes up a river to our riding spot and I need to cruise in the high 30's/low 40 mphs. That's too many RPM using the 1235. Does anyone have a 645 or a similar prop in good condition they may want to trade? My 1235 was only used two days and has been sitting in the box ever since.

[HS]

RE: Would a ACME 1234 be good on an

Agreed, the 645 with the ZR6 is great.

[noti_dad]

I have the 330 and love the 1234 on my 211. No issues with burning gelcoat. CC ok'd it before I put it on. No change in the wake, just the pull out of the hole.

[noti_dad]

I also run about 1k over stock, but with 1 or 2 more bodies than you.