Damaged prop

[bbilly]

Hi,
Manouvering astern to moor my prop hit a rock and the engine stopped. There's a bit the size of a 5p coin missing on a blade now. The guy who stands by to assist mooring said it just needed straightening up with a hammer. Is this OK and could the stern drive be damaged? Any recommendations on checks to do would be appreciated, I'm new to mbs but I like it.

Thanks in advance

Will

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[Dave_Snelson]

If manouevering on tick over, your drive shafts should be OK. The small dink, if you straighten the blade should cause you no problems. You can get props repaired (re-metalled) for about £50 - and they look like new.

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[DavidJ]

Strongly recommend a proper repair because the slightest out of balence will shorted the life of your drive bearings. £50 sounds like money well spent
try
www.steeldevelopmentspropellers.com

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