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Model 350 WOT RPM

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"Hi,
Purchased a used 88 Crui


"Hi,
Purchased a used 88 Cruisers 3370 with twin Crusader Model 350 454CID engines. I am trying to find out what the correct WOT RPMs are for both no-load and loaded conditions.
Thanks!"
 
"My 1988 350 454s will just ex

"My 1988 350 454s will just exceed 4500 rpms with 20-inch props, pushing a Mainship Mediterranean weighing 18-19 tons. Top speed of about 30kts. Cruises at 3000rpms, 18kts (20 gals per hour)."
 
Thanks! I think I have some w

Thanks! I think I have some work to do... I get a little over 4000 rpm with no-load and can only get 3600 underway. I can only make about 22 kts with WOT. Any ideas where to start? I will be hualing her in about 3 wks for the winter layup.
 
Clean the bottom and tune the

Clean the bottom and tune the props--that would be where to start. And easy does it reving it in neutral.

Jeff
 
OUCH!!! Don't rev the bab

OUCH!!! Don't rev the babies so high in neutral. If you want to bury the throttle do it in gear. WOT should be 4400. I have 1990 454 CID 350 HP.
 
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