prop selection

[nyjetman]

I have a 1987 Galaxy Weekender with a Mercruiser Alpha 1 outdrive. What information do I need to replace the prop? The current prop is damaged, however, the boat does run ok with it (slight vibration). I would like to replace it with a stock prop. (i believe the prop has never been changed). The boat is used for pleasure only and never has more than 4 adults and 1 child. Any help would be great. Thank you in advance.

 

[tommays]

Re: prop selection

the slight vibration is VERY BAD for your drive , i would not recomend running it like that<br /><br />if the boat currently reaches it correct WOT (wide open throtel) than you should be able to remove it and carry it down to a prop store and match it up<br /><br />there are offen numbers stamped on the prop like 14 x 19 which is the size<br /><br /><br />tommays

 

[handmedown]

Re: prop selection

i'M PARTNERS WITH NYJETMAN IN THE GALAXY. I HAVE THE PROP AND THE ONLY NUMBERS WE CAN FIND ON IT ARE 145171 THEY ARE STAMPED ON THE SIDE BETWEEN 2 OF THE BLADES. I HAVE MEASURED THE DIAMETER AND IT IS 14 1/4" WATH WE NEED TO KNOW IS THE PITCH SO WE CAN GET THE SAME PITCH AGAIN.<br />ANY HELP WOULD BE GREAT. THANX