Interested in getting props refinished, worth it?

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  • randy56randy56 Member Posts: 4,083 ✭✭✭✭✭
    LOL i feel your pain.
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  • reneechris14reneechris14 Member Posts: 3,134 ✭✭✭✭✭
    @Dream_Inn could it have to do with being on the lift and rubber dries out ? If the rubber stayed wet would it make a difference.well handys in a lift and does not have the same problem. just thinking out loud.
    2005 Rinker FV342  Pawcatuck river,Ct
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  • Dream_InnDream_Inn Member, Moderator Posts: 7,663 mod
    OK, it was definitely a bad hub!  But, after they changed it, the other prop decided it was time for it as well!   Oh man!!  I'm wondering if the struggling with the one, caused the other to weaken??!!  Oh well, two new props!  Anyone want some new looking Bravo 2 props that just need new hubs installed?  I wish I could find someone to put a good hub in it.  Between the two props and 4 new batteries, I'm almost at 2 more BOAT units!

    Dream 'Inn III -- 2008 400 Express

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  • Handymans342Handymans342 Member Posts: 10,375 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Why 2 new props?
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  • TrashmanTrashman Member Posts: 432 ✭✭✭
    You can't catch a break, dream.  I'm sure you'll have a flawless season and by the end it'll all seem worth it.  ... Can't take it with ya 
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  • randy56randy56 Member Posts: 4,083 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Every Spring start up cost! slip fees, parts, cleaning, enhancements, additions, so much fun. 
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  • Dream_InnDream_Inn Member, Moderator Posts: 7,663 mod
    Handymans342 said:
    Why 2 new props?

    Because if I get them rehubbed, they won't last.  At least that is what happened with one that I got rehubbed.  Lasted not even a month.  I should either sell my almost new props that just need rehubbed or take them for recycling.  Time for me to buy another new set of spares!  I'm a bit nervous that I haven't gotten a call back from the marina yesterday or today.  Afraid to call to hear about something else that isn't working!  :)  Also getting nervous about the bill that is accumulating.  I'm sure it is more than 10 boat units at this point. Like you said, can't take it with you!

    Dream 'Inn III -- 2008 400 Express

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  • Handymans342Handymans342 Member Posts: 10,375 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Get Stainless
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  • Dream_InnDream_Inn Member, Moderator Posts: 7,663 mod
    Handymans342 said:
    Get Stainless

    Do you have same pitch/diameter as mine?  I guess I'd have to figure out if I'd go with the same size or change slightly due to SS.  My worry is that the SS still has a hub too.  Is yours one of those hubs that just pull out and put a new in?  Or does it have to be pressed in?  I wouldn't mind one of those that is easily replaceable.  Believe me, I'd like to have SS if I can get rid of this whole hub issue.  @alswagg any opinions on this?

    Dream 'Inn III -- 2008 400 Express

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  • Handymans342Handymans342 Member Posts: 10,375 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Okay I have 19 diameter by 23-pitch and the hubs are pressed in
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  • J3ffJ3ff Member Posts: 4,096 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited April 2017
    Got both of mine "refinished/fixed" for 125 total.  Found a couple chips in one of the ears..figured maybe that was why I was having trouble getting 40+ with a 383.. we'll see!! 
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  • TrashmanTrashman Member Posts: 432 ✭✭✭
    J3ff said:
    Got both of mine "refinished/fixed" for 125 total.  Found a couple chips in one of the ears..figured maybe that was why I was having trouble getting 40+ with a 383.. we'll see!! 
    Yikes.  That's cheap! I wonder why such a price difference, I'm guessing I'm paying for a service that's a little more involved.  What you had done is probably all I need.  It doesn't look like my props took a hit. Just minor Knicks. The prop place who quoted me comes highly recommended    

    Btw, j3ff, my corian countertop for the   Cockpit sink and trash area should be here soon. 
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  • bella-vitabella-vita Member Posts: 411 ✭✭✭
    R those props on  correctly they look aligned, you're not supposed to be 
    2002 Rinker FV 342
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  • TrashmanTrashman Member Posts: 432 ✭✭✭
    Hmmm.  Hard to tell   Heres the info on prop alignment just in case
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  • J3ffJ3ff Member Posts: 4,096 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited April 2017
    bella-vita said:
    R those props on  correctly they look aligned, you're not supposed to be 
    The marina did the job.. they better be on right ;) but since there's a question, I'll take a closer look and picture today. 
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  • diggin2day1diggin2day1 Member Posts: 1,328 ✭✭✭✭
    Is there really an alignment for the props?! Think about it for a second.... if you spin the front prop slightly, the back prop is going to spin in the opposite direction and they will be aligned. I think they are just showing you which way the angle of the props should be facing in that picture. 
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  • TrashmanTrashman Member Posts: 432 ✭✭✭
    J3ff said:

    J3ff said:
     That is correct,  I was told the blades should not pass under the cavitation plate at the same time.
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  • reneechris14reneechris14 Member Posts: 3,134 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Yes that is good.
    2005 Rinker FV342  Pawcatuck river,Ct
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  • diggin2day1diggin2day1 Member Posts: 1,328 ✭✭✭✭
    Okay, aligning them so they don't pass underneath the cavitation plate at the same time makes a little more sense to me. 
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  • J3ffJ3ff Member Posts: 4,096 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Trashman said:
    J3ff said:
    Got both of mine "refinished/fixed" for 125 total.  Found a couple chips in one of the ears..figured maybe that was why I was having trouble getting 40+ with a 383.. we'll see!! 
    Yikes.  That's cheap! I wonder why such a price difference, I'm guessing I'm paying for a service that's a little more involved.  What you had done is probably all I need.  It doesn't look like my props took a hit. Just minor Knicks. The prop place who quoted me comes highly recommended    

    Btw, j3ff, my corian countertop for the   Cockpit sink and trash area should be here soon. 
    Looking forward to seeing your countertop's !! 
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  • Lake_BumLake_Bum Member Posts: 977 ✭✭✭✭
    Mine are NOT aligned like that.  I guess I'll have my guy take care of that this week, dropping the boat off on wednesday for springtime tune up! 
    2000 Captiva 232 
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  • raybo3raybo3 Administrator Posts: 5,503 admin

    Point of Information for everyone. I contacted Merc about "prop timing" and this was the response:

    Ray,
    There is no special timing of the props. Service manuals for engines and drives are available from local dealers or by calling our Publications Department at 920-929-5040, option #4. Have your serial number ready when ordering.
    Thanks,
    James
    MerCruiser Consumer Support

    2002 342 Fiesta Vee PC Point Of Pines YC Revere MA. popyc.org     raybo3@live.com
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  • J3ffJ3ff Member Posts: 4,096 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Trashman said:
    J3ff said:
    Got both of mine "refinished/fixed" for 125 total.  Found a couple chips in one of the ears..figured maybe that was why I was having trouble getting 40+ with a 383.. we'll see!! 
    Yikes.  That's cheap! I wonder why such a price difference, I'm guessing I'm paying for a service that's a little more involved.  What you had done is probably all I need.  It doesn't look like my props took a hit. Just minor Knicks. The prop place who quoted me comes highly recommended    

    Btw, j3ff, my corian countertop for the   Cockpit sink and trash area should be here soon. 
    Got the bill. It was NOT 125 total.. as the original estimate was.. apparently it was a Friday after 5pm when that invoice was written. It was an estimate of 125 each, but in reality it was 225 each!! Arggg.
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  • TrashmanTrashman Member Posts: 432 ✭✭✭
    raybo3 said:

    Point of Information for everyone. I contacted Merc about "prop timing" and this was the response:

    Ray,
    There is no special timing of the props. Service manuals for engines and drives are available from local dealers or by calling our Publications Department at 920-929-5040, option #4. Have your serial number ready when ordering.
    Thanks,
    James
    MerCruiser Consumer Support

    Well.... It's in a manual!    Lol.  What else can we ignore? 
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  • TrashmanTrashman Member Posts: 432 ✭✭✭
    J3ff said:
    Trashman said:
    J3ff said:
    Got both of mine "refinished/fixed" for 125 total.  Found a couple chips in one of the ears..figured maybe that was why I was having trouble getting 40+ with a 383.. we'll see!! 
    Yikes.  That's cheap! I wonder why such a price difference, I'm guessing I'm paying for a service that's a little more involved.  What you had done is probably all I need.  It doesn't look like my props took a hit. Just minor Knicks. The prop place who quoted me comes highly recommended    

    Btw, j3ff, my corian countertop for the   Cockpit sink and trash area should be here soon. 
    Got the bill. It was NOT 125 total.. as the original estimate was.. apparently it was a Friday after 5pm when that invoice was written. It was an estimate of 125 each, but in reality it was 225 each!! Arggg.
    Didn't get mine done.  I donated money to mercruiser for a manifold. 
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  • raybo3raybo3 Administrator Posts: 5,503 admin
    Trashman said:
    raybo3 said:

    Point of Information for everyone. I contacted Merc about "prop timing" and this was the response:

    Ray,
    There is no special timing of the props. Service manuals for engines and drives are available from local dealers or by calling our Publications Department at 920-929-5040, option #4. Have your serial number ready when ordering.
    Thanks,
    James
    MerCruiser Consumer Support

    Well.... It's in a manual!    Lol.  What else can we ignore? 
    Probably not a Mercury Marine manual. That email came straight from them...... just sayn...
    2002 342 Fiesta Vee PC Point Of Pines YC Revere MA. popyc.org     raybo3@live.com
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  • J3ffJ3ff Member Posts: 4,096 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Well I notice NO improvement after getting my 3 x 3 refinished.   Thinking next year I'll go 4x4 
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  • Cableguy GregCableguy Greg Member Posts: 5,026 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I wouldn't mind going to the 4/3 setup, but my boat bucks are running out at this time. Maybe next year.
    2008 280 Express Cruiser, 6.2MPI, B3, Pittsburgh, PA "Blue Ayes"
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  • J3ffJ3ff Member Posts: 4,096 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I've heard people saying the 4 blade props on an alpha 1 drive lifts the rear higher when underway.. wonder if it'd do the same for us with duoprops... I wouldn't mind that on my 270... 
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