Prop Damage - How much is too much

[jeepers]

Hey Guys,

i was just out trolling for rocks and managed to find one with my propeller. yay me

How much propeller damage is acceptable before risking damage to other components due to balancing issues?

thanks.

 

[steelespike]

Re: Prop Damage - How much is too much

While I shouldn't have I have run worse looking props for more than one season of light weekend use.No damage to this point on my since new 88 50hp Erude.Now is my sons and I told him he should be sure prop is in good shape. If that is bent you could try to carefull flatten it.It may break out.Use a file to lightly smooth any minor dings.Try to be aware of any vibration.If your out every day you might want to consider a repair.Just weekends and vacation run it for the season and have it repaired.If you feel there is a vibration not present before have it repaired.

 

[90stingray]

Re: Prop Damage - How much is too much

I dont run damaged props. I would get you a new one... then have that one repaired. That way you will have a spare. Props are cheap. People are always having sales on them... should be able to score one for around $85 new.

 

[ufm82]

Re: Prop Damage - How much is too much

Don't think that's terminal but I'm like 90- I don't run damaged props. I keep a spare on the boat and can swap if I do eat one. (It's happened.) However that one can be easily repaired. Since you are running an aluminum prop that's not too hurtful to the wallet for a new one. Buy a new prop and have that one repaired and use it as the spare.

UFM82

 

[SparkieBoat]

Re: Prop Damage - How much is too much

I have run props with light damage..no problems yet..but out of balance could damage seals ...

 

[sschefer]

Re: Prop Damage - How much is too much

Those props are pretty cheap. A lot less than a torn up lower unit. I'd replace it and keep it for a spare.

 

[Navigator_Victory]

Re: Prop Damage - How much is too much

Iboats was just having a prop sale....maybe they still are.....prop does not look to bad but,,,,,any damage I am sure will affect the performance to some degree

 

[jeffnick]

Re: Prop Damage - How much is too much

One of the best ways I know to increase fuel burn is to run a sloppy propeller.