On Sun, 26 Mar 2006 22:51:30 GMT, "Stanley Barthfarkle"
wrote:


to put it back down. Bent up my prop pretty good, must have been a
rock or a stump. Only the 3rd time out with new motor. Bummer. I
took the prop off and straigtened it as best I could, guess I should
go buy a new one and keep this one as a spare for an emergency.

If there arent any big chunks missing, I would take the prop to a
computerized prop shop for repair, especially if it's stainless steel. They
can true, balance, and polish them for about $75. I wouldn't run it on the
engine, even as a spare, until it's repaired. Off-balance props can cause
engine or drive problems.

It is an aluminum prop. I will just get a new one.

I don't have a service manual yet and am afraid to drain the lower
gear oil, inspect it, and properly fill it. Not sure if I need to go
to the dealer to have them look at the motor in case there is damage?
The boat was moving slow and it felt like the prop caught the top of
something.