damaged prop

[hansencg]

I have damaged my prop pretty bad. I really don't have the money for a new one right now.
A) What are the consequences of running my boat with a damaged prop? Can I run it the rest of the summer and replace it this winter?
B) Is there a way for me to pound it back into shape?
C) What can I expect to pay for a new one or to fix this one?

The motor is a 1987 Force 85 horse on a 19 foot BlueFin boat.

Chris

 

[steelespike]

Re: damaged prop

From your description I would say don't run it.You could ruin the seals and brearings in the lower unit.I'm not sure of the repair cost but signifigantly less than new.Sometimes a prop shop will have used props in stock.

 

[sdunt]

Re: damaged prop

B) Is there a way for me to pound it back into shape?
C) What can I expect to pay for a new one or to fix this one?

Only a prop shop can repair it if the damage is more than just a nick.

Keep your eye out on eBay, I pick up props all of the time for my 45 and 55 HP for $20 each..

Remember that Chrysler props should fit you motor..

http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&_trksid=m37&satitle=chrysler+prop*&category0=

 

[hansencg]

Re: damaged prop

ok, I'm with you. I'll buy a prop on Ebay. How do I know the exact specs of the prop I need for this motor?

1987 Force 85 horse outboard

The boat is pretty heavy, a 19 foot BlueFin.

 

[hansencg]

Re: damaged prop

For instance, below is a description off of ebay:

prop off 1 1986 force 85 hp motor. very good condition 19 degree pitch.


How do I know if that is what I need?

 

[sdunt]

Re: damaged prop

If don't have any users or service manual with the specs, you might try the Michigan Wheel prop finder on the web:

http://www.michiganwheel.com/MIWheel/html/products/outboard/findprop.asp

If you have a part number on the old prop, it will give you a more generic description..

 

[baxtr]

Re: damaged prop

Also, inside the prop it should it should be stamped saying what diameter and pitch your existing prop is

 

[hansencg]

Re: damaged prop

There is nothing "inside" the prop but I did find this number on the "hub" of the prop: 072107

Anyway, I bought this boat used and I am a little leary that just because this was the prop on there, it still may not be the best or right or original prop.

Can one of you guys with a manual look of for me the exact specs for the prop for this boat? I would really appreciate it.

Just trying to get my 5 year old on the water so we can fish right next to the dock and catch 3 inch long sunfish!