Thread: Back in the game

Sorry about the lower unit, but if we’re gonna play, we’re gonna pay,


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Wow,

You must be hittin the stumps pretty hard. The only thing about modern aluminum props is they are weak and its about $75 to get one straightened. Thats less than a gearbox but still takes time and money.

Ive kept stainless props for years on a 25 hp without gettin em bent but you gotta practice “prop awareness” and be gentle in stump fields.

We straighten prop shafts on a 25 with a cheater bar and a dial indicator. Done this several times without any hiccups but i hear you cant do it on motors over a 50 hp.

Originally Posted by blueducklane

You must be hittin the stumps pretty hard. The only thing about modern aluminum props is they are weak and its about $75 to get one straightened. Thats less than a gearbox but still takes time and money.

Ive kept stainless props for years on a 25 hp without gettin em bent but you gotta practice “prop awareness” and be gentle in stump fields.

We straighten prop shafts on a 25 with a cheater bar and a dial indicator. Done this several times without any hiccups but i hear you cant do it on motors over a 50 hp.

When I damaged the lower unit I did whack the stumps pretty hard and solid. However, on one occasion when we I bent a prop shaft it didn't really seem like that hard of a blow. I have been told that Yamaha prop shafts are a little softer and easier to damage. I agree with you about slowing down and practice "prop awareness".