"Update re Max prop
after working with PYI. And making a few adjustments - down to 15" diameter , slight adjustments to rudder stops. And removal of the line cutter as well as shorting the shaft. We installed and have tested…"
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Max prop / sea hood
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Any suggestions on two items prop: my pilot current has a 3jh5e yanmar engine 1" shaft fixed prop 16 and 3/4" diameter looking at getting a max I've owned several before Aperture tight but looks…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by David Arenburg Aug 16.
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"Dang. Will shoot you a text to link-up. My number is 41o4633794.
Bill"
"Having trouble fitting a max prop.
rudder clearance. Will likly try a Campbell "
"Hi Bill
I did take a chance and after many measurements. ordered a 16" max prop easy 3 blade. Will need to lose my shaft cutter and most likely shorten the shaft by an inch.
As we speak the prop is inbound. So stay tuned. It can be sent back…"
"Hi David,
Checking-in on the prop discussion. Did you come to a resolution on a feathering prop? I'm debating if the juice is worth the squeeze on the Campbell Sailer. I use the engine sparingly daysailing off a mooring, but a windless…"
"Hi David,
Bummer about Gus. I felt a little guilty about sailing Panacea from her home waters to the Chesapeake. I didn't have the heart to change her hailing port though after 54 years, so I guess in that way, Gus and his dad's legacy…"
"Bill
Thank you for the reply, most helpful. I too have been in contact with Max prop. Fred H there has been great and sent me detailed measurements that I will be exploring. It's the rudder touching the blades when…"
"Hello David,
I spoke with MaxProp and several other prop manufacturers several years ago at the Annapolis boat show. They weren't aware of any folding or feathering props that would function in the Pilot's aperture. The Campbell Sailer…"
Max prop / sea hood
Any suggestions on two items prop: my pilot current has a 3jh5e yanmar engine 1" shaft fixed prop 16 and 3/4" diameter looking at getting a max I've owned several before Aperture tight but looks doable ? Thoughts ? Seahood:I've seen several pilots with seahoods over companionway slides . Mine doesn't have one Much dryer I'd like to retro fit Short of doing the mold, does anyone know of an existing supplier or mold? Great site. And resource See More
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