Posted by EJO on 06/13/16 - 12:04 PM
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Phil T wrote:
Also if buying from a dealer they want to sell only the prop brand like your OB.
You are going to the wrong dealer. My local Whaler dealer's Parts department was happy to sell me any prop I wanted. Not the most competitive with their prices.
I was looking for an inexpensive solution to a [u]slight[u/] problem I had. There are many good outlets on the internet that can help you in selecting and selling a prop. Secondly I
had a gift card to a specific marine store outlet, therefore was forced to buy there. I really didn't need anything else for the little boat and therefore thought I'll try an inexpensive prop for better hole-shot.
Phil/Silentpardner you are right, but again I state I'm in an area where the marine dealer has approx 4 months to get their moneys worth. If you just walk in and didn't buy an engine or a boat from them they don't service you, when just part buying, like they do "down South" or in the Southwest or Southeast.
I was able to get a better hole-shot without out of pocket expenses, are there better props, yes there are, would they cost me money or a lot more money, yes they would.
I have a great good all around all Stainless Steel Vengeance prop which is fine.
I just wanted to let people know what they can expect when making a change or looking for what I did.
When for what ever reason I need to replace my Vengeance I will use an internet supplier or have the SS prop reworked, but until then I'm happy with my $160 solution and being able to switch between both props in a coulpe of minutes. Used the Vengeance this weekend on the big Lake Michigan. Will use the 4-blade next time I'm pulling Rocking Mable behind the boat which might not be soon with water temperatures still in the low sixties.