Vashon_Trawler
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- Joined
- Jun 13, 2013
- Messages
- 598
- Location
- USA
- Vessel Name
- M/V Sherpa
- Vessel Make
- 24' Vashon Diesel Cruiser
I had my diver remover my prop, which required balancing/truing and slight reduction of pitch. We had to slide the prop shaft out to provide enough clearance for the prop puller. There was a safety wire connecting the two set bolts on the coupler. I failed to take a photo beforehand and the wire was in poor shape. I assume, of course, there is a proper way to secure the wire (I found this picture online) and I should use stainless steel wire.
Does this look correct? What size wire should I use? I found some .032 "Aviation Safety/Lock Wire" on eBay (1lb canister for $15.79).
P.S. My prop is a 16" Chinese made Hung-Shen HTP-3 heavy thrust. The prop shop said it was "all over the place" and very much needed balancing. Poor quality control in China I reckon. I am looking forward to taking Sherpa out and feeling the difference.
Does this look correct? What size wire should I use? I found some .032 "Aviation Safety/Lock Wire" on eBay (1lb canister for $15.79).
P.S. My prop is a 16" Chinese made Hung-Shen HTP-3 heavy thrust. The prop shop said it was "all over the place" and very much needed balancing. Poor quality control in China I reckon. I am looking forward to taking Sherpa out and feeling the difference.
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