[C38] performance

[Joseph Launie]

Kenneth M. Sutto wrote:
>   I recently bought a '83 Catalina. I am in the process of getting to 
> know the boat and how it handles. It has the standard Universal 21hp 
> engine and two blade prop. My big problem is every time I try to back 
> out of my slip the stern wants to got to the port no matter which 
> way I turn the wheel.  I have a tight slip length and width wise.
> Is there some way I can get more control performance wise other than 
> getting a bigger engine? Would a three blade prop help? What is the 
> best way to turn the wheel once I get water flowing past the rutter?
> Ken  Catalina #251
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Ken,
    Your answer is to get a Max-prop feathering propellor, 2 or 3 blade. 
The feathering prop will greatly improve your performance under sail but 
the best feature is that it gives you much more control in reverse. The 
feathering prop is just as efficient in reserve as forward. The only 
reason to get the 2 blade is cost. The 3 blade will enable you to stop 
the boat almost within its own length.  Max-prop is the most expensive 
alternative out there but I think it is well worth the money. I have 
used mine for 16 years with no problems. Joe Launie, C-38 Commodore, 
Macavity # 365
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