Noob Prop Question

[ccrick]

Also I won't leave the Marco on when the boats not in use. Too many $$$ tied up in it to have someone to walk off with it.

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[vulture62]

I use fine steel wool, cleans all little nicks, then some cleaner.

[RussF]

Also I won't leave the Marco on when the boats not in use. Too many $$$ tied up in it to have someone to walk off with it.

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yup they even sell them for scrap now.......... the weight

[TNRIVERRAT]

One of my memories as a child that I still practice today is watching my dad actually sharpening his prop to the point where ou didn't wanna run your leg across it for sure

[77viper]

Some props will rust more than others depending on what other metals are in the prop. Stock fishing Yamaha props rust real quick, as in new boats at the dealer will have rust spots on them when they come off the truck.

I believe a mat finish is faster than a polished one.

Another prop tip is to run 400 grit sandpaper along the leading edge almost every time out. That way if there is a small nick in the blade it will take the stress point away, less likely to crack a blade. Although you wouldn't need to do this on your average prop but anything that has been thinned at all.

[Surface Scratcher]

Here's a good reason to pull the prop that hasn't been mentioned....to keep it from being damaged from gravel, etc. while trailering. Besides, it gives everyone at the ramp more time to covet your Stream.

[RussF]

another good reason is to grease the shaft so it don 't get stuck on there

[idvette]

Ok good, I'm liking some of the responses I'm getting here, that's why I asked! You guys have converted me lol.... Next time the boat's stored the prop will stay off should be nice and shiny before it hits the water too

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[RussF]

you know those swin noodles the kids use I cut a small piece off and put it on the shaft to protect it

[transomstand]

I believe a mat finish is faster than a polished one.

It is.