Does my Boat Prop Need Repair
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- čas přidán 16. 07. 2024
- A couple of nicks in your propeller blade can end up costing you a lot more money and time off the water that you think. That is, if you don't spend the couple hundred dollars to have it done. We get asked all the time "does my boat prop need repair"? Time on the water is valuable, so watch here for advice on when you can boat on and when you should repair or replace it. In this video we will cover:
0:00 Intro
1:23 What happens when a propeller is damaged
4:19 Examples of damaged propellers
4:40 Should I have the prop repaired
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Do you have any prop repair horror stories that you can share with our viewers?
I've completely roto-tilled rocky river beds with my boat prop, as well as nicking them up from minor prop strikes. In both situations, I always have them repaired. I can usually feel some vibration from a small nick on the prop, and cavitation can be a problem with minor damage to the edges. It always amazes me how some prop repair shops can make a totally mangled prop look brand new. Always cheaper to repair vs buying a new prop, especially if it's stainless steel. On the other hand, buy an extra prop or two for spares. I have extras based on the type of boating I'm doing...4-blade vs 3-blade for different boating conditions. Even the most experienced boaters will tear up a prop on occasion. Good info in the video for sure!
Wow...such helpful information. Thank you for taking the time to create this content!
Excellent breakdown Sean
Thank you for this very useful information. Really appreciated.. clear on whether to repair or change a propeller. Again many thanks
Thank you, I run aluminum vs steel, have a few nicks, this was a great resource! Tight Lines my friend!!
Just the video I needed. Thank you
Most informative video thank you
great vid. thx!
My favorite boating channel. Always the best presentation of the subject matter compared to other CZcams channels. Thanks for the info.
Thank you for those kind words Brian!
Great video tips again. I might add that the damage to the edges of a prop that doesn’t need immediate repair, can still cause cavitation. And with that, the damage will also slowly show itself. 🇨🇦👍🏼
You are 100% correct - I missed mentioning that :-)
Can a prop be changed while a boat is on a lift?
Thanks I have 2 spare props now.. After watching your video I reinspect onboat not. Maybe I ll end up with 3 spares
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Here is what I'm asking myself. With the inflated economy and our horrible administration, how are people still going out and buying expensive boats? I make good money as a travel tech and I still can't afford even the lowest level of motorized boat.
Eat less and/or live in the boat 👍
Make it work
You obviously don't make good money as a travel tech. But sure blame the current administration. During the previous administration could you afford a boat? Doesn't sound like it 😂
Maybe instead of blaming the government you could spend some time upgrading your skill set so you are more valuable to an employer and could start making the money the rest of us that CAN afford boats are making. Take some personal responsibility and stop blaming others for your problems
Buy used. Nothing wrong with an older boat just have it inspected first.
Thanks! Needed that