Is there any product that can be used on the prop and shaft to help minimize growth on them? Someone suggested the paint that is used for transducers. Any opinions? Thanks!
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I have used
the clear bottom paint used on outboard props, and have had fewer barnicles, still get some though.
the clear bottom paint used on outboard props, and have had fewer barnicles, still get some though.
No-Alox
I've used Electrical Joint compounds (for Cu - Al connections), like: Ideal "No-Alox" Burndy "Penetrox" GB "Ox-Guard" It helps keep stationary prop's clean. Nothing really works for long, after motoring a while (it all spins off). Gord
I've used Electrical Joint compounds (for Cu - Al connections), like: Ideal "No-Alox" Burndy "Penetrox" GB "Ox-Guard" It helps keep stationary prop's clean. Nothing really works for long, after motoring a while (it all spins off). Gord
Bottom Paint
I've used regular bottom paint (Micron CSC - ablative) and have had no barnacles in 10 seasons. No performance problems.
I've used regular bottom paint (Micron CSC - ablative) and have had no barnacles in 10 seasons. No performance problems.
Harry, I applied two thick coats of Desitin on...
all bright work below the waterline. It contains mostly zinc oxide and keeps the metal clear between bottom cleanings. It was recommended by a local marine repair center and it works quite well. Ours has been on for two seasons and a small amount of growth is starting to return. Terry
all bright work below the waterline. It contains mostly zinc oxide and keeps the metal clear between bottom cleanings. It was recommended by a local marine repair center and it works quite well. Ours has been on for two seasons and a small amount of growth is starting to return. Terry
Laura, perhaps. What I know is it worked great...
in keeping the bare metal clear of marine growth for almost two years. I rubbed the Desitin in really good, so I'm thinking that most of it stayed on or in the metal. Terry
in keeping the bare metal clear of marine growth for almost two years. I rubbed the Desitin in really good, so I'm thinking that most of it stayed on or in the metal. Terry
marine growth on prop
I've had a problem with barnacles and marine growth for years. This year I applied Interlux Primocon and Tri-Lux, both in a spray can. Primocon for adhesion, tri-lux to prevent marine growth. Will let you know in Oct/Nov the results.
I've had a problem with barnacles and marine growth for years. This year I applied Interlux Primocon and Tri-Lux, both in a spray can. Primocon for adhesion, tri-lux to prevent marine growth. Will let you know in Oct/Nov the results.
Its funny, I wanted to try something I heard about
last year. But I already splashed my boat, so I'll have to try next year. What I do is clean up the prop and then spray 1 or 2 coats of clear metal antifouling I have left over (you can't purchase anymore --it has tbt) and then I goop some "tef-gel" (very sticky ant-seize compound -- 5 times stickier than desitan) This seems to last "ok" for a season. But the magically thing I wanted to try this year and forgot was covering the prop in "Black Magic Marker" ink. I've heard people say that they've had their props marked with their names from the prop shop and were amazed that the spot where the name was written was the only location where their was no-growth. I heard you need the original really "stinky" magic marker for it to work. Don't know how long it will last. Please somebody try this this year and report back in the fall....pretty please
last year. But I already splashed my boat, so I'll have to try next year. What I do is clean up the prop and then spray 1 or 2 coats of clear metal antifouling I have left over (you can't purchase anymore --it has tbt) and then I goop some "tef-gel" (very sticky ant-seize compound -- 5 times stickier than desitan) This seems to last "ok" for a season. But the magically thing I wanted to try this year and forgot was covering the prop in "Black Magic Marker" ink. I've heard people say that they've had their props marked with their names from the prop shop and were amazed that the spot where the name was written was the only location where their was no-growth. I heard you need the original really "stinky" magic marker for it to work. Don't know how long it will last. Please somebody try this this year and report back in the fall....pretty please
Ok, since we're talking snake oil.....
I will 'fess up that I tried a "urban legion". Two years ago I was preping my prop for coats of barrier coat 2001/2002 and a guy walked by. He offered that his solution worked great for the past 5 years. I tried it, and had varying results. His method was to combine cayenne pepper with Desitin ointment and coat the prop, shaft, and depth transducer. The first year it worked great, the second year- not so great. I think the difference was in the boat usage. The first year we spent 5 weeks cruising to and from Maine and another 4+ weeks going to the Chesapeake. Our home port was Westerly, RI. The second year (last year) the weather was SO BAD that our sailboat sat on it's mooring for 4 weeks at a time for 3 times!! After each 4-week non-use period, the prop was fouled. And the bottom was poor at haulout too. I also added cayenne pepper to my bottom paint for the two year period. Very clean the first year, poor the second. I conclude that the best and maybe only way to keep a prop clean is to use it. This year? I'm planning to go back to a barrier coat and regular bottom paint. However, an Interlux sales rep suggested that I only coat and paint the prop on the hub and out to 1/3 of the blade length. He claimed that the barnicles won't stick on the tips and by not painting the tips, I won't have paint and barrier coat that will chip off and then require stripping and re-doing. I've tried the outdrive spray and the barnicles seemed to think it was FOOD! Worst results I've ever seen. Honestly, I don't think anything really works to prevent prop fouling.
I will 'fess up that I tried a "urban legion". Two years ago I was preping my prop for coats of barrier coat 2001/2002 and a guy walked by. He offered that his solution worked great for the past 5 years. I tried it, and had varying results. His method was to combine cayenne pepper with Desitin ointment and coat the prop, shaft, and depth transducer. The first year it worked great, the second year- not so great. I think the difference was in the boat usage. The first year we spent 5 weeks cruising to and from Maine and another 4+ weeks going to the Chesapeake. Our home port was Westerly, RI. The second year (last year) the weather was SO BAD that our sailboat sat on it's mooring for 4 weeks at a time for 3 times!! After each 4-week non-use period, the prop was fouled. And the bottom was poor at haulout too. I also added cayenne pepper to my bottom paint for the two year period. Very clean the first year, poor the second. I conclude that the best and maybe only way to keep a prop clean is to use it. This year? I'm planning to go back to a barrier coat and regular bottom paint. However, an Interlux sales rep suggested that I only coat and paint the prop on the hub and out to 1/3 of the blade length. He claimed that the barnicles won't stick on the tips and by not painting the tips, I won't have paint and barrier coat that will chip off and then require stripping and re-doing. I've tried the outdrive spray and the barnicles seemed to think it was FOOD! Worst results I've ever seen. Honestly, I don't think anything really works to prevent prop fouling.
Marine Growth on Prop
I recently read an article in a magazine (don't remember which one) that recommended anhydrous lanolin, a waterproof grease refined from sheeps wool, to discourage marine growth on props and shafts. I bought a pound from an on-line chemical supplier (about $22 including shipping). I'm scheduled for a bottom job in May so I'll slather some on the prop and shaft. I'm anxious to see if it really works.
I recently read an article in a magazine (don't remember which one) that recommended anhydrous lanolin, a waterproof grease refined from sheeps wool, to discourage marine growth on props and shafts. I bought a pound from an on-line chemical supplier (about $22 including shipping). I'm scheduled for a bottom job in May so I'll slather some on the prop and shaft. I'm anxious to see if it really works.
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