this might be a daft question but.....

[Mike k]

Can you tell from the propeller whether its a right hand rotation or left. I want to check I know which side the prop walk would be going astern. For example If its a right hand clockwise rotation going forward( looking from the rear) would I be right in thinking that astern the prop walk would be to port?

 

[aquapower]

Can you tell from the propeller whether its a right hand rotation or left. I want to check I know which side the prop walk would be going astern. For example If its a right hand clockwise rotation going forward( looking from the rear) would I be right in thinking that astern the prop walk would be to port?

That's a right handed prop.

 

[BruceK]

clockwise rotation P-effect to port

 

[Mike k]

clockwise rotation P-effect to port

in astern Bruce?

 

[BruceK]

Yes. Confusing isn't it? See http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Propeller_walk

 

[stelican]

In astern the aft end of the boat will move to port

 

[Mike k]

thanks very much for your help all

 

[jfm]

In astern the aft end of the boat will move to port

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