Saintly Fish Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 I had the boat lifted today and went down to take a look at the hull before it was jet washed off. Not too bad at all I think, especially as I never had a mid season lift and wash. just a layer of slime below the water line where the sun doesn’t reach, no barnacles on treated area. The only barnacles were on the metal and plastics that were not anti fouled. The only weed growth was just on the water line and on the transducers. Really not too bad at all I reckon. Question, I’ve never removed a prop before, is it just the nut that needs loosening off then slide the whole thing off ?? Is it a reversed thread? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 10 minutes ago, Saintly Fish said: I had the boat lifted today and went down to take a look at the hull before it was jet washed off. Not too bad at all I think, especially as I never had a mid season lift and wash. just a layer of slime below the water line where the sun doesn’t reach, no barnacles on treated area. The only barnacles were on the metal and plastics that were not anti fouled. The only weed growth was just on the water line and on the transducers. Really not too bad at all I reckon. Question, I’ve never removed a prop before, is it just the nut that needs loosening off then slide the whole thing off ?? Is it a reversed thread? On my prop there is a tab washer, like on wheel bearings. You need to hit that flat to let the nut turn. There is a woodruff key that holds the prop in position. You will need a puller, as it hasn’t been off in a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 It doesn’t look like you’re prop anode has dissolved much? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 14 minutes ago, JonC said: It doesn’t look like you’re prop anode has dissolved much? I thought that was the rudder anode. Geoff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 1 minute ago, Geoff said: I thought that was the rudder anode. Geoff. The cone on the back of the prop nut? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 (edited) Ah, I see it now - covered in barnacles, I don't get that on theboat on the trailer in the yard! Geoff. ☺️ Edited January 5, 2021 by Geoff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 1 minute ago, Geoff said: Ah, I see it now - covered in barnacles, I don't get that on theboat on the trailer in the yard! Geoff. ☺️ No barnacles for you Geoff... but plenty of moss? 😉 GPSguru and Geoff 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 Yes, the green stuff can be a problem - after a few years of course. Geoff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted January 5, 2021 Author Share Posted January 5, 2021 29 minutes ago, JonC said: You will need a puller What’s one of those and where do I get one? Do they come in different sizes? Can I use a wedge and a hammer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 Let’s try to keep this on topic please or I’ll start banning mother fuckers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 4 minutes ago, Saintly Fish said: What’s one of those and where do I get one? Do they come in different sizes? Can I use a wedge and a hammer? You can smash the granny out of it if you like but risk damaging cutlass bearing, stern gland, shaft, prop tube or even gearbox. Don’t make me go all BK on you here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 This is a cheapo two leg puller, cost about £25. It will get most props off. Once you have it under a massive load then give your prop a tap with a lump hammer and a bit of wood as a cushion. Leave the nut on a turn or you will have to walk down the boat yard to pick the prop up. Saintly Fish 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 Ask at the Marina Neil, any boat maint. eng. will have one. Geoff. JonC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 These are the best thing for polishing your prop that I’ve found. Don’t go mental on it though. Geoff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 2 minutes ago, Geoff said: Ask at the Marina Neil, any boat maint. eng. will have one. Geoff. He’s not meant to be there shhhhh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Saintly Fish Posted January 5, 2021 Author Share Posted January 5, 2021 6 minutes ago, JonC said: These are the best thing for polishing your prop that I’ve found. Don’t go mental on it though. I though one of these? https://www.screwfix.com/p/drill-carbon-steel-wire-brush-set-3-pcs/13734?tc=IB1&ds_kid=92700055262507123&ds_rl=1244066&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIq7fuoMmF7gIVC-vtCh3UjgoCEAQYBCABEgLhzvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 That will work but be careful with steel on the bronze, it may be too hard. They are good for getting into the groin where the blade meet the boss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted January 5, 2021 Author Share Posted January 5, 2021 1 minute ago, JonC said: into the groin where the blade meet the boss. Eh?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 1 minute ago, Saintly Fish said: Eh?? Where the blades come out of the middle but, it’s hard to get at Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted January 5, 2021 Author Share Posted January 5, 2021 1 minute ago, JonC said: Where the blades come out of the middle but, it’s hard to get at So what time can you make it down with your puller ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 I’m just leaving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted January 5, 2021 Author Share Posted January 5, 2021 1 minute ago, JonC said: I’m just leaving. Ok give me a call when your 20 mins away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 Shall I just start polishing it while I’m waiting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 41 minutes ago, JonC said: Let’s try to keep this on topic please or I’ll start banning mother fuckers. You can't talk you thread-drifting mother-fucker... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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