Posted by Alan Kusinitz (akusinitz@…>)
FYI in case it helps, the prop on my F-33
is a Variprop 3 bladed 15.5” diameter. I’ve run it from 11 to 13
inches of pitch and my preference is 12 in forward. Not sure what you
have on your F-32
Alan
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Sent: Wednesday, September 05,
2007 5:41 PM
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prop for Hoyt 32
I agree with Alan. After checking the Yanmar manual the 2GM20
and 3GM30 are rated at 16 and 24.1 hp respectively at a continuous engine RPM
of 3400. The 1 hour rating is 200 RPM higher and adds 2 to 3 hp. I
also run cruising speed at 80% of 3400 or 2500 - 2800 rpm. But I would run it
at 3500 if I needed it for an hour or less. The interesting point is that
to get the full rated engine hp you need to get the rpm’s up to spec.
If you are propped correctly then you can get the rpm and you will run at
a higher rpm while maintaining cruising speed. Always a trade off.
I also noted that each engine had three transmissions ratios
available giving propeller speeds of 1540/1298/1055 rpm for the 2GM20 and
1441/1303/1062 rpm for the 3GM30. Obviously each different ratio would
require a different pitch prop. Talk to your prop manufacturer he
probably has a table giving the pitch for every engine and transmission
type. Of course each boat is different as well, loaded to the waterline
or not and so on. Tweaking. and trade offs.
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[mailto:FreedomOwnersGroup@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Alan Kusinitz
Sent: Wednesday, September 05,
2007 4:50 PM
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prop for Hoyt 32
Mine is beneath my companionway. There is no active ventilation.
The engine compartment is open to the bilge and back toward the transom but there
are no vents. The compartment gets quite warm. Diesels don’t need air
cooling but they do need to be able to draw air in so it shouldn’t be a
completely sealed compartment.
Transmission info is KM3D # 0765 Reduction Ratio 2.61
forward, 3.16 reverse
If your reduction ratio is similar you should be able to reach
3400-3600 unless your prop is oversized or over pitched. I have no
trouble running at full throttle and maintaining 7.4 knots in flat water and in
some ways the engine is smoother (but louder) at the higher RPM, but I
generally run in the 2400-2800 range to be conservative in general and on fuel
usage.
I did have a problem with my throttle (which is mounted on my edson
pedestal) hitting the pedestal guard. I couldn’t adjust enough to resolve
this so I had the throttle handle bent a little in a press.
Alan
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[mailto:FreedomOwnersGroup@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Larry Kraus
Sent: Wednesday, September 05,
2007 3:50 PM
To: FreedomOwnersGroup@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [FreedomOwnersGroup]
prop for Hoyt 32
Alan,
I’m looking for the type of performance that you are getting out of your
prop/drive train combination.
My engine is a 3GM(x) as well. I don’t have my manuals in front of me so
I don’t remember the exact model number. But it is a 3 cylinder Yanmar,
and I have verified that it is a 20 HP motor. I don’t know what the
rated RPM is. When chartering, I have been restricted to 2000 RPM on all
diesel engines. Further, my throttle handle hits the frame around the
instrument panel when the rpms are about 2200. The sound of the drive
train becomes very rough above 2000 rpm so I have chosen to not go
higher. What I’m hearing you say is that you would not be uncomfortable
at 3400-3600 rpm. Am I reading you correctly?
By the way, is your motor located in the middle of the boat? Mine is and
there is no apparent ventilation of the motor area. It actually gets
quite hot in the motor area of boat. Utensils in drawers get warm etc.
How is your motor compartment ventilated?
LK
Alan Kusinitz wrote:
Engine RPM. I wonder if you have shaft alignment problems? What is the
rated RPM for the 2GM? Remember mine is a 3GM.
Alan
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*On Behalf Of *Larry Kraus
Sent: Wednesday, September 05, 2007 1:19 PM
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Hi Alan,
Are you speaking of prop RPM or motor RPM? I consider my full throttle
at 2000 motor rpm. Much above that and I get a shudder that feels as
though the prop may be cavitating.
LK
Alan Kusinitz wrote:
I have the 3GM on my F-33. I put on a vari prop adjustable pitch 3
blade propeller. The manufacturer calculated forward and reverse
pitch
settings based on the engine and transmission reduction (note on the
3GM their were several different possible transmissions and reduction
ratings. The ones in my manual were incorrect. I read the actuals off
the plate on the transmission). They also made it a customer
blade size.
I started with their recommendations. I then adjusted based on
maximum
RPM in flat water. In other words with the throttle at full I expected
to see the rated RPM of 3400-3500. The manufacturer calculations were
slightly overpowered for my boat. I adjusted slightly. On my 33 in
flat water I get about 6.4 knots at 2600 RPM and 7.5 at 3400.
Alan
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Sent: Wednesday, September 05, 2007 10:21 AM
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Jack,
I have the same problem w/ our F32. 20 hp Yanmar and adjustable pitch
prop. I’ll post any progress I make.
Larry Kraus
jackcarles wrote:
My Hoyt 32 was repowered (not by me) with a Yanmar 3GM30, 27 HP.
My
boat doesn’t go well under power and after clearing the engine
of
blame, I’m left with the prop as the problem. Does anyone have
experience with this engine and alternative prop matings? I’d
appreciate all help.
Thanks
Jack
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