Prop Change Underwater?

[GuinnessGuy74]

Is it possible to change a prop while the outdrive is underwater? My max tilt is only enough to stick part of a blade out. I am not worried about being in the water and doing the work, but is it possible, or will something get ruined? Thanks!<br /><br />Jim

 

[Wart T]

Re: Prop Change Underwater?

Sure it's possible. Nothing will get ruined except your day if you drop something.

 

[achris]

Re: Prop Change Underwater?

Done it a few times myself. Good idea to have a spare thrust washer, prop nut and lock tab handy. Oh, and try a bit of string to the spanner.<br /><br />Have fun.<br /><br />Chris.................

 

[f_inscreenname]

Re: Prop Change Underwater?

Take it to the beach on a calm day. Like said just don't drop anything and if you do you will be in shallow water.

 

[beezee28]

Re: Prop Change Underwater?

I would make that 2 spares of everything even the spanner or wrench. Just in case you drop the 1st one. You never know and you can't be too careful. Nothing ruin a boating day when you don't have part to take of repair and be tow back to dock.

 

[Cool It]

Re: Prop Change Underwater?

I have done it a few times while trying to figure out which pitch I needed. It is easier to lube the inside of the hub rather than the shaft when your doing this in the water.<br /><br />Cool It

 

[harrydnyc]

Re: Prop Change Underwater?

I did it two days ago, and had no problem.. I am the most novice boater out there, and it was pretty easy.. The only problem I had was I did it late in the day, and it can get a little difficult to see what you are doing once the water gets dark..

 

[cuzner]

Re: Prop Change Underwater?

I have a magnetic parts tray I use for stuff like this, comes in handy when your working with small parts.<br /><br /> Jim

 

[MrBill]

Re: Prop Change Underwater?

Since it would difficult to lube the prop shaft underwater, lube the inside of the prop. I have used a number of "devices" for this...everything from popcycle sticks to tooth brushes, fingers work well too.