Hunter 37ft Cherubini Prop

Bill1565 · Aug 1, 2012

My boat came with a 15X13 Campbell Sailer. I was never happy with the motoring performance. I replaced it with a 16"Kiwi feathering prop. Fantastic. Motoring is up 1+mph, sailing in light air is much better. BTW I can let you have the Campbell cheap

rardiH36 · Aug 1, 2012

Congrats on your "new" boat.

Campbell Sailor props do have an enthusiastic fan base. So give some thought to Bill's offer. Below is a cut-and-paste from another thread with more info. About Bill's prop, if interested, I am thinking you might want to touch base with the manufacturer and check that the size is right for your engine/boat. Bill mentions that his came with his boat. So it's possible that the PO just came by a size that fit, rather than having the size/pitch custom cut for the application.

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"Just in case you want to know more about the Campbell Sailor Prop, Maine Sail (moderator and expert/professional contributor to the SBO forums) did an extensive review a few years ago with real world test results. Here is the link. Go to the opening post #1. I put one on my boat to replace a two-blade dumbo type. An improvement. Like it."

http://forums.sbo.sailboatowners.com...+Sailor&page=2

Bill1565 · Aug 2, 2012

mjmercer19248 said:
My new engine has counter clockwise rotation as viewed from the stern.

Transmission output shaft, not engine rotation is what matters.
Ccounterclockwise requires a left hand prop I think. Mine is RH.

Previous advice to contact prop maker is sound. Engine HP, max rpm and transmission ratio are key factors in sizing prop. I like Kiwi better than Campbell, but they are about twice the cost of Campell.

guidera48 · Aug 2, 2012

This is what's on my 37 Cherubini. I ass-u-me it is original. I found these markings after cleaning the prop. Took pictures to keep on file. Maybe someone can tell me what they mean.

Ed Schenck · Aug 2, 2012

Your prop is a 16Rx14 Jose, 16" diameter, righthand, and 14" pitch. I believe "sailer" makes it a Campbell prop. On my original 2QM20 the 2-blade was 16" as was the replacement Flex-O-Fold 2-blade that I bought. Now with my new 3YM30 I have a Flex-O-Fold 3-blade. Now I am having another senior moment and will have to look up the dimensions. On both Flex-O-Folds I relied on the rep/owner for the size.

Found it: my 3-blade Flex-O-Fold is a 15R x 13 .

rardiH36 · Aug 2, 2012

Ed Schenck said:
....I believe "sailer" makes it a Campbell prop...

Hi Ed: The pic's don't show the full-on profile, but from what I can see, the prop doesn't look at all like my Campbell Sailor prop.

rardi

Ed Schenck · Aug 2, 2012

I think you are right Rardi. Especially since "sailer" is a misspelling.

guidera48 · Aug 2, 2012

Damm. I guess I got a chinese knock off prop??

Bill1565 · Aug 3, 2012

""Sailer ""is the way Campbell spells it.

Jim Legere · Aug 3, 2012

José, I'm guessing that MWC stands for Michigan Wheel Company (I don't think they are a Chinese company

. Do you (did you) have a 2QM20 Yanmar? Because my 2-blade original with my 3QM30 is a 16R15 (1" bigger diameter). Something for MJ to consider if thinking of buying that prop...

rardiH36 · Aug 3, 2012

Jim Legere said:
José, I'm guessing that MWC stands for Michigan Wheel Company (I don't think they are a Chinese company . Do you (did you) have a 2QM20 Yanmar? Because my 2-blade original with my 3QM30 is a 16R15 (1" bigger diameter). Something for MJ to consider if thinking of buying that prop...

For MJ:

Re the above about prop size and if you are considering the Campbell Sailor prop, just a head's up that the Campbell size/pitch doesn't necessarily correspond to standard props. In fact it probably won't ... hence need to touch base with the manufacturer. Google Campbell Sailor Prop and from memory look for a company that has Northwest in the name. Located in Vancouver? Anyway, they were very responsive .... even with advice for second-hand props. I know this because I contacted them about my pre-owned prop and they were very helpful.

guidera48 · Aug 3, 2012

My 37 came with a 3qm. I have the original booklet and warranty. It is listed on the original bill of sale (27k including extras) that's 1979 dollars.

I believe it shows Mack boring as the warranty handler.

Sailorjack · Aug 4, 2012

I agree with Jim. Michigan Wheel has a Sailer 3 propeller so its not a Chinese knock-off. Best of luck, choosing a propeller can be a challenge.

bracich · Dec 8, 2012

Jim Legere said:
José, I'm guessing that MWC stands for Michigan Wheel Company (I don't think they are a Chinese company . Do you (did you) have a 2QM20 Yanmar? Because my 2-blade original with my 3QM30 is a 16R15 (1" bigger diameter). Something for MJ to consider if thinking of buying that prop...

Hi, I just bought a Hunter 37 1982. I have to replace the prop. I have a 15" 16 pitch RH.
You have a different one. I have problem to find my prop. How is working yours. I have the same engine you have. Please help me.

bracich · Dec 8, 2012

mjmercer19248 said:
Hi All,

I am new to sailing and this website. I just bought a 1980 37ft Cherubini. Needs work but solid. I am replacing the engine with a Yanmar 3YM30 engine.

I need recommendations on a new prop, none with the boat

Hi, I am new with my hunter. Did you chose your prop?

Steve Dion · Dec 8, 2012

Campbell Sailer

http://www.westbynorth.com/

rivettw · Dec 11, 2012

Its a Michigan Wheel Sailor 3 prop 16RH14 , exactly the same as the one I put on my '79 Hunter C. Fantome...2 years ago. Right at $400. works fine on mine. But then again I'm not that fast anymore either.
Wally

Hunter 37ft Cherubini Prop

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