Regal 2200 - Propeller Maintenance

Cosmetic Care & Maintenance
7-11
MAINTENANCE
Out-of-balance or nicked props will effect performance or cause
vibration. Damaged props should be replaced, but those that are
chipped or bent can usually be reconditioned by a marine dealer or a
propeller repair facility. When cruising, consider carrying a spare set
of props onboard because many marinas do not carry a full inventory
of replacement propellers. Refer to the manufacturer’s engine manual
for appropriate stern drive and inboard propeller replacement.
Be sure to make a note of the propeller diameter and pitch while the
vessel is in dry dock. They are pressed into the prop for easy reading.
In an emergency an aluminum propeller blade can be straightened by
laying the propeller blade on a 2 x 4 and hammering the bent portion
of the blade until straight. This procedure will assist the operator in
reaching port so he can have the propeller repitched.
It is advantageous to carry the needed tools to change propeller(s).
Use the following procedure to remove single stern drive propellers.
This method provides a safety margin from sharp propeller blades
especially those with stainless steel propellers. The 2 x 4 when laid
across the ventilation plate allows safe removal of propeller. With
MerCruiser alpha drives make sure the washer tabs are bent up before
trying to remove the prop nut. With Volvo SX drives, remove the
propshaft cotter key and splined washer first to access the nut.
Propellers
PROPELLER SHAFT NUT
ZINC ANODE
2X4 WOOD
COUNTERCLOCKWISE
TO LOOSEN
CLOCKWISE
TO TIGHTEN
TYPICAL PROPELLER CHANGING-
MERCRUISER ALPHA
Cosmetic Care & Maintenance
7-11
MAINTENANCE
Out-of-balance or nicked props will effect performance or cause
vibration. Damaged props should be replaced, but those that are
chipped or bent can usually be reconditioned by a marine dealer or a
propeller repair facility. When cruising, consider carrying a spare set
of props onboard because many marinas do not carry a full inventory
of replacement propellers. Refer to the manufacturer’s engine manual
for appropriate stern drive and inboard propeller replacement.
Be sure to make a note of the propeller diameter and pitch while the
vessel is in dry dock. They are pressed into the prop for easy reading.
In an emergency an aluminum propeller blade can be straightened by
laying the propeller blade on a 2 x 4 and hammering the bent portion
of the blade until straight. This procedure will assist the operator in
reaching port so he can have the propeller repitched.
It is advantageous to carry the needed tools to change propeller(s).
Use the following procedure to remove single stern drive propellers.
This method provides a safety margin from sharp propeller blades
especially those with stainless steel propellers. The 2 x 4 when laid
across the ventilation plate allows safe removal of propeller. With
MerCruiser alpha drives make sure the washer tabs are bent up before
trying to remove the prop nut. With Volvo SX drives, remove the
propshaft cotter key and splined washer first to access the nut.
Propellers
PROPELLER SHAFT NUT
ZINC ANODE
2X4 WOOD
COUNTERCLOCKWISE
TO LOOSEN
CLOCKWISE
TO TIGHTEN
TYPICAL PROPELLER CHANGING-
MERCRUISER ALPHA