Damaged Prop.

[Angry51]

Hi all, Damaged the prop on my 15HP Mercury, hit something submerged on the dam,

suspect it was a piece of timber/log in 40 feet water.

Got pieces missing on the edges of 2 blades, pics probably don't 

show it up as well as looking at it..

How much damage can a prop take before it's out of balance.

Should I buy new prop or can I use this one safely.

   Cheers

   Gary

Damaged prop

prop

Prop 1

Prop 2

[demarc]

Hey Gary. Photos didn't work. Bloody computers! 

I am sure if the prop was un balanced you'd feel it. I've had one prop like this. If you can't feel vibrations, I'd say you're safe. Still get it fixed though. Props places, depending on damage can fix for you.

[ellicat]

Looks safe to use but I'd get a repair eventually to get your max performance back..

[Drop Bear]

On 7/20/2017 at 5:23 PM, Angry51 said:

Should I buy new prop or can I use this one safely.

I have been amazed every time I replace my prop at how much better a new one is. Even a small chip has made a huge difference to mine.

[Angry51]

Hi all, Took boat to Townsville today to get prop

looked at and for piece of mind had marine mechanic look at it 

to make sure no damage done to gearbox.

All's well. they checked internals and fitted new prop.

So all's good for trip in 2 weeks, see if I can find some more

floaters.

   Cheers

   Gary.

[Drop Bear]

On 7/26/2017 at 6:50 PM, Angry51 said:

All's well. they checked internals and fitted new prop.

So all's good for trip in 2 weeks,

good one mate. I hope you catch some crackers. I'd love to see the report! >:)