I have just aquired a SS Mirage 19" prop.( reasonable price: new, with hub, nut, tab washer etc. for $200.00) as a spare and alternative pitch to my 17" ally. 4 blade. Anyone got a gut feel for which one to start with, assuming a lightly loaded boat.
Regards.
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Running around like a head with it's chicken cut off.
19 incher now fitted. SS looks a lot prettier than ally but we shall see if it does the job. Hope I do not have to change it out at sea. Has anyone every done this?
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Running around like a head with it's chicken cut off.
Swopped quite a few in the harbour - just sitting on the edge of the pontoon with the prop between my feet. Can't see it could be done on my boat at sea safely.
It is dificult to change at sea IMHO but it can be done, I found it easier by getting into the water. However, anything more than a slight swell makes the engine leg behave like a 'bucking bronco' and is VERY dangerous. Finally, 'Murphys Law' says that one is guaranteed to drop the nut, washer or split pin overboard, so carry spares in addition to your spare prop!!
