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      This topic has 38 replies, has 5 voices, and was last updated byTony Athens 6 years ago

      May 6, 2017 at 8:58 am Ā Hi everyone. Here are some details: 6BT 210’s pushing a 33 foot Riviera Props freshly tuned by wilmington 2800 hours well maintained and not abused. I can easily get 2700 RPM ++ in neutral at the dock with no smoke. Underway I make 2400 and 2500 (Port/Star) with no smoke. Racors are fresh and clean. Ā  Am I overproppedĀ or am I overlooking the obvious? Ā  Thanks all.

      Started by: Henry in: Cummins Marine Engines

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      December 31, 2017 at 7:17 am Steve, Your propping / engine load at 2600-ish is really good–Your are “by the book” with a QSB 5.9 380 meaning you have lots of reserve if you add some weight or want to run at 2800-2900 for an hour or two .. It’s good to check WOT numbers for a minute or two each time the weather presents the opportunity on your trips.. Keep your aftercooler on a 2 yr max service cycle unless you fresh water flush– then you ca…

      Last Post by: Tony Athens posted: 6 years ago

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