Help, damaged prop.

[hammlfam]

Brothers??? who's needs em. I was out with my brother last week and told him several times where to avoid. Well, he picked me up after a pull and we drifted in a shallow area. Before I could warn him, he put the hammer down and we bit some rocks. It's an alumimnum prop, so I know it can be fixed, I'm just wanting to get a second one for this very thing. I have a 2003 4.3 Volvo for my 195sx Glastron. It's a 3 blade now. What prop do I need? Also, is there a better prop out there for me? I pull Skier, wakeboarder and tubes, so that is my primary need.<br /><br />Thanks<br />Jeff

 

[Blk-n-Blu]

Re: Help, damaged prop.

You should be able to ID your prop by the numbers usually on the inner hub of the prop that would be a good place to start. It would also help to know your present WOT vs. RPM

 

[Chris1956]

Re: Help, damaged prop.

My Brother-in-Law does the same thing. In addition, he is very capable of running over the ski bridle. Did you ever see what steel cable does to an aluminum prop?

 

[BMDODGE]

Re: Help, damaged prop.

I just replaced my 14.5 X 17 pitch with a 4-blade 15 X 16 pitch - planes alot smoother - top speed is only 30 loaded at 4800 wot - but i also just like the boatsports - not the speed...<br />ordered it right here on I-BOATS - good price too.. Bruce

 

[cuzner]

Re: Help, damaged prop.

What pitch prop are you using? If your not to concerned about speed try a 17p prop I'm assuming you now have a 19p on.<br /><br /> Jim