i am hoping to get opinions or even shared experiences on changing my 17 inch two blade prop to an expensive but highly acclaimed autoprop. i have a very hard time backing into my docking space (weeds and cross winds) ,plus i get a lot of vibration over 2500 rpm .the ads claim better reverse control as well as better speeds at lower rpm ,exactly what i need. but because of the cost,it would be more reassuring to get feedback from those who have tried one .or maybe some other prop might be better suited.
- Status
Your Prop
Go to the big boat forum on 9/8 and look at 430 prop. We had quite a discussion about props. I just received my new prop from Kilian props, and will be testing it over the next two weeks on vacation. I'll post the results and photos when I return the week of 10/9. If you can wait it might be helpful in making your decision.. Dick McKee S/V Constellation
Go to the big boat forum on 9/8 and look at 430 prop. We had quite a discussion about props. I just received my new prop from Kilian props, and will be testing it over the next two weeks on vacation. I'll post the results and photos when I return the week of 10/9. If you can wait it might be helpful in making your decision.. Dick McKee S/V Constellation
my experience
I had an autoprop installed during my last haul-out. When the prop went into reverse, the blades would hit the strut. (H410) The folks at autoprop suggested that a shaft saver be installed, but my prop guy said that this would increase vibrations. My solution was to return the autoprop, thank you very much, and install a considerably less expensive three-blade fixed prop, with which I am thrilled.
I had an autoprop installed during my last haul-out. When the prop went into reverse, the blades would hit the strut. (H410) The folks at autoprop suggested that a shaft saver be installed, but my prop guy said that this would increase vibrations. My solution was to return the autoprop, thank you very much, and install a considerably less expensive three-blade fixed prop, with which I am thrilled.
Works great
I have one installed on a 37.5. It made a big difference. Backing up is much better than with the 2 blade. We used to have to go several boat lengths past our slip in order to back in. Now we can do it in 1 boat length. Boat speed improved noticably. Don't know why but once it is in the water it never hits the strut. Out of the water I have to have the boat yard be careful when they pressure wash the prop since the blades revolve and will hit the strut. I have had it on the boat for 3 years and lots of hours motoring...
I have one installed on a 37.5. It made a big difference. Backing up is much better than with the 2 blade. We used to have to go several boat lengths past our slip in order to back in. Now we can do it in 1 boat length. Boat speed improved noticably. Don't know why but once it is in the water it never hits the strut. Out of the water I have to have the boat yard be careful when they pressure wash the prop since the blades revolve and will hit the strut. I have had it on the boat for 3 years and lots of hours motoring...
- Status