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Originally posted by Taras:
As a new J30 owner I was warned that the two blade Martec folding prop was not the greatest in reverse....
I was considering to replace it with a three blade folding prop www.kiwiprops.co.nz/
Has any one on the list replaced the martec with something that offered better thrust is reverse?
Would changing the prop disqualify the boat from OD racing?

Taras

Just floor it. That is what I do and the thrust is fine. You will get use to it. Props are not cheap and you will see a marked difference in sailing speed.

The hardest part is to just get flow over the rudder - once you do this you have very good control over the boat.

Also have your prop reconditioned - this made a noticeable difference.


David
#397 - Mallorca

David Bows
Mallorca - Hull# 397
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