I just replaced my original Beneteau 3 bladed 16" prop with a Kiwi 16.5" three bladed feathering prop. Results: 3,000 rpm gives 7.0 knots (was 6.2 before) I can now run at 2,400 rpm and get 6.0 knots, for about a 14% improved fuel usage. She also backs up to pump out much better than before. No...
Has anyone tried cutting/trimming the blades of KiwiProp to shorten it? I've damaged all 3 ends of the 16" blades and thinking of cutting the damaged portion away. Also shorter blades means I've scope to adjust the pitch. As it is now mine is set to lowest angle (18deg).
So I suppose hack saw...
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