From: Ken H

To the group,

Any benefit to polishing/waxing a propeller?

I'm a newby, and was wondering if a slippery (waxed) propeller is better
(more efficient).

Or is a non waxed one better, maybe allowing more 'bite'.

My intuition says that smoother is better, since propellers operate on a
water pressure difference (ahead and behind the prop) to create motion.

Any advice?

Thanks in advance,

Ken






I've done it but have not really noticed any difference. I'm talking about
aluminum props. I ordered stainless steel props to put on the boat this season
will be interested in any differences in performance.