40 hp mariner prop

[ctn72]

i have a 14' fiberglass Sm

i have a 14' fiberglass Small open fishing boat 40 hp is maximum rating It has a 40 hp {mariner be) with a 12 pitch quicksilver prop Do i need a higher pitch and would this help save fuel?

 

[fastjeff]

Yes and yes.

Jeff

Yes and yes.

Jeff