"Ignoramus13822" wrote in message
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This is a 14.75" diameter, 17" pitch aluminum prop from my boat. Did
some damage to it last year and am using a Piranha propeller (spit).

Here's my aluminum prop:

http://igor.chudov.com/projects/Boat-Prop/

I want to go back to metal props ASAP. I wonder what do you think
about the condition of my current propeller.

Should I attempt to grind it a little bit? It does not make sense to
pay for refurbishing it, with all the hassle etc, it is easier to buy
a new one for $99 at boat-props.com.

Is it really worthwhile to look for stainless props? I do not care
much about "top speed", my boat is mostly used for "ski tubing" and
such at below top speed. We do not water ski due to lack of skills and
desire.

thanks

i


Home repair of propellers is not an option in my mind. I do not believe you
will be able to "true" the blades of the prop.
I question if it is worth paying to get them rebuilt either.
I had one rebuilt a couple of years ago, then discovered the hub was
slipping too. Figured I had sunk the money in the rebuild so I may as well
have the hub replaced too. That prop never did run well. I finally ran it
through a gravel bed and wrecked it. I bought a new OEM prop and it worked
so much better.
I never will rebuild a prop again.
Greg