Prop rotation

[yknotgosailing]

I currently have a r/h prop on my Aq125 but am looking at a l/h hand for replacement.
I understand both will work but am wondering if there is a preference or benefit running one or the other.

 

[Bondo]

Ayuh,.... Welcome Aboard,.... The advantage to a righthanded prop is, there's more of 'em, usually cheaper,....

 

[achris]

You also should have a prop that turns in the opposite direction to engine rotation (most engines being LH) so as to reduce the effect of torque on the hull...

 

[Sea Rider]

Get same actual prop for replacement, to install a LH rotating prop will need a gear case that rotates CCW, if not prop will perform awful. LH props are for dual engine installations.

Happy Boating

 

[achris]

Get same actual prop for replacement, to install a LH rotating prop will need a gear case that rotates CCW, if not prop will perform awful. LH props are for dual engine installations.

Happy Boating

Actually, on a Volvo all it involves is changing the shift cable position... Quite a simple job...

 

[bruceb58]

There are actually a lot of the older Volvo drives that run LH props for some reason. Not sure exactly why. Our old Bayliner used a LH prop but it may have been because there was more weight on the left hand side. That was where the galley was.

 

[yknotgosailing]

thanks for the reply's my real concern was the loading and wear and tear on the transmission thrust must change up or down when changing prop direction

 

[Maclin]

Those Volvo drives are designed to be able to turn in either direction, will not be a problem.

 

[yknotgosailing]

Thanks Maclin gives me piece of mind.