prop fitment??? 56 30hp

[Boater1010]

I am looking for a prop for my 1956 evinrude 30hp. My current prop is in perfect condition minus the rubber hub is broken loose from the prop itself. My current prop is a 10 1/2- 12pitch 3/4" bore. I found a used one which is very similar, but is 10"-9 1/2 pitch. would this prop work ok?
thanks for the help in advance

 

[steelespike]

Re: prop fitment??? 56 30hp

If the prop is perfect you can get a new hub pressed into it at a prop shop.
The 9" pitch may be too light.Depending on your boat and typical load.
Motor might rev too high. To get the prop and setup right. You will need a gps and a tach.A tTinytach will work for you.
They have web site.

 

[Boater1010]

Re: prop fitment??? 56 30hp

thanks for the info. I can not seem to find a prop shop in the chicago, il area. also is it worth it to have a new hub pressed in?
thanks

 

[steelespike]

Re: prop fitment??? 56 30hp

I think so , new props listed here, 2 sizes, are $100. each.
An unimformed guess about $40 to rehub.
There must be a couple of prop shops around ask at the marinas or the launch ramp.
Look in the yellow pages under propellers.There are at least 2 shops here in central NY.
One shop isn't listed under props Only as a welding shop It is tucked back barely visable from the road
Only says welding many folks find them.