Prop for SANTE with a PYTHON

[andmarthow]

I want to upgrade my prop. My boat is a 2002 SANTE w/ 8.1L Python. I hear a lot of talk about using a 14.5" diameter prop, but I just don't know if that will fit on my boat. Right now I am running a ACME 644 and it is close (maybe an inch of tip clearance). What props have others used on similar Python powered Nautiques?

[bchesley]

1272 all the way. I have one as well as two othe python owners here and love it. I know its close but your boat has a stainless steel pad at the rudder to prevent any gel burn. I have had no issues with one full season on it. Call and talk to ACME about it.

Brad