Testimonials about Henleys Propellers

Propeller Performance Testimonial

To sum things up, I am impressed! You said that I would get improvements in speed and vibration mid-range and top end and I am happy to report that I have seen improvements right across the speed range. I picked 2.4 knots at my cruise speed and vibration was reduced by up to 40%, plus at the top end I got another 1.7 knots. The Stainless Steel "Wahoo" propellers I fitted to my Riviera 4000 Offshore had improved the boat so markedly that family and friends have commented on how much smoother the boat now feels. I would have no problem recommending these propellers to any of my boat-owning friends and will specify them as standard on any future boat purchases!!

The top end speed is exactly as the calculations predicted and these propellers have markedly more "bite" when manoeuvring than the ones I replaced, even in reverse. As a result, the boat runs better, cruises faster with less vibration and gets on plane 200 rpm earlier, a real bonus when cruising offshore in a decent swell.

Once again thanks to Henleys Propellers and to Twin Disc Pacific for getting it right first time and giving me the extra performance without the shake!.

Richard Tamba,

Australia

Owner of Riviera 4000 Offshore "Nauti"
11 August 2003

Launch went well yesterday, we had the Coastguard vessel next to us and they were going about 1 knot faster at 28 knots, then our engineer advised a short burst at wide open throttle. Although the electronics had not been commissioned, we estimate approx 28-29 knots. The square planing board at the stern was actually on top of the water due to our very light load. There was no prop aeration at all which can sometimes happen with this hull shape as they are reasonably close to the surface.

If I can offer some advise, when choosing propellers, do not just get the cheap ones, both the Ferry and our Alaskan 41 have gone for specific propellers from Henleys in New Zealand, who are the experts in this type of full displacement hull shape. We work closely with Twin Disc who are their Australian agents.

Rob Shenn

Shcioning Marine
19 January 06

"Several of our clients have now invested in Tiger Props, typically improving speeds across the range by 1.5 to 2 knots. With this performance we have decided to fit the Tiger Props as standard on all new contracts."

George Oliver,
Oliver Boat Builders

" Wherever possible we prefer to use Henleys Propellers as we have a lot of confidence in their product. We generally use Henleys Propellers on most of the boats we design for Australia and boats which are built in Asia. Henleys supply a good product and understand our vessels and how they perform which is critical to propeller design."

Andrew Tuite,
Crowther Design, Australia

"We have found the tiger Propellers offer significant improvement over the conventional styles available in the past in smoothness, speed and economy."

Grant Senior,
Formula Boats

"Naiad has designed and developed twin diesel shaft driven rigid hulled inflatables using complete Henleys drive lines. Each time Henleys speed predictions and prop selection have been accurate. It is most pleasurable when things go this well."

Steven Schmidt,
Naiad Inflatables

"Henleys suggested four blade Tigers be fitted to our new Genesis 400 Targa, they were right on the button. Better than predicted top end speed (33knts), really efficient and smooth through to mid range cruise."

Chris Pollock,
Genesis Marine

"On fitting tiger Props to our planing launch we experienced a 2 knot speed increase through out the engines RPM range. Manoeuvrability was significantly improved."

Tony Hembrow,
Rayglass Boats

"We encourage our owners to fit Tiger Props on our range of power and motor sailing catamarans as they improve performance and economy."

Peter Brady,
Brady Marine Associates,
Queensland, Australia

"Its been four years since Salthouse Marine changed to Henleys propellers exclusively. We were looking at reducing noise and vibrations caused by propeller wash, as well as improving performance and product consistency. The team at Henleys are great to work with and have been extremely helpful in developing and improving our product. Our results show their ability to work with us to get the best result."

Rob Salthouse,
Salthouse Marine Group

"I am basically positive to work together with Henleys Propellers to solve any problem as we know Henleys to be a very good propeller company."

Sune Ehrenskjold,
Gori Propeller
Denmark

"On trialing Tiger Props on our new high speed planing cats we found significant speed increases, smoothness and manoeuvrability over a locally imported brand of propellers."

Guy O'Brien,
Cougar Cats,
Queensland Australia

"On replacing the standard propellers supplied with Tiger Propellers the vessel experienced a 2 to 2.5 knots speed gain & extremely smooth running"

Lance Howse,
'Revelry' Riviera 38

"Henleys Propellers totally changed our boat. With a 2 knot gain and total elimination of all vibration and noise previously experienced.

Simon Davidson,
Skipper, MY 'Krisujen'
58' Huckins Motoryacht

"On fitting Tiger Propellers to our latest Millennium design vessel the difference factor has been extremely smooth running."

Dave Duke,
Regal Boats

"On fitting 2 x 26" 4 blade Tigers to my new Warwick 16 metre vessel we achieved a speed gain on the measured mile of 3.4 knots. As you can imagine I'm absolutely rapt."

J S Ford,
Vessel "Blue Waterford"

"Tiger Propellers sell themselves. My customers now demand them. Their reputation for quieter and smoother running is to be believed."

Duthie Lidgard,
Lidgard Boat Builders

"SkipJack Propeller" Just a note to say thank you for your prompt efficient service, the propeller fitted perfectly onto the shaft and we are extremely happy with the performance it provides. We can now comfortably reach hull speed with a power to spare. Sailing performance is greatly improved with not noticeable effect of drag.

Robert Slotemaker

Market Services Coordinator

New Zealand King Salmon Co Ltd

Nelson

"These excellent testimonials on the performance of Henleys custom built propellers prove that our position as an industry leader in our field remains unaltered."

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