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Old 23-12-2016, 15:42   #1
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Smile searching for a frugal folding prop

i am looking for a used or lightly used 3 blade prop i am not sure where to start as the ones i have seen are very expensive i have a 13.5 hp volvo penta w reverse gear it turns counter clock wise when i put it in forward i am assuming that is considered a left turning prop? counter clockwise if standing behind the engine looking forward 7/8 shaft i think the prop that is on there is 12 inch should i look for a 12 inch 3 blade prop or smaller ? is there a significant difference between folding versus feathering prop i am living aboard so there is extra weight considerations also 30 ft newport 10.9 beam 8000 lbs displacement probably a couple thousand extra pounds with fuel and out boards and wood heat supply i might not even be on the right forum so i will post elsewhere also
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Re: searching for a frugal folding prop

It is a lot easier to find a 2 bladed folding prop, 12 inches in diameter, for a 7/8'' shft that rotates left. What is the best pitch? LH 12X?X7/8.
Somewhere on Craigslist is one for $150. Flex-o-fold, Gori or Martec.
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