New Prop

[wake454]

Hey guys,

So I struck the prop on a ghost tree over the weekend. I was in 24ft deep water and I still run into crap!! Anyways, I think I can get this prop fixed, but I want to buy another one so I can have a spare. I have a 2005 22v. What kind of prop should I get? I know nothing about them. Any help is appreciated.

Thanks,

[chpthril]

First, what prop do you have now? Next, are you happy with the performance or are you looking for better hole-shot, hi-alt lake, slalom/barefoot'n, etc?

[wake454]

I'm not sure what prop I have right now. I'm sure it's the stock prop for 2005 22v. I'll try to look later today. I guess I'm happy with it's performance, but I've never compared it to anything else. All I do on this boat is wakeboard and surf. Never really need to go any faster than 30mph if that. I live in Texas, so no high alltitudes here.

Also, do you think boat insurance would cover something like this?

Just curios, what does altitude do to the boat/prop setup?

[R&T Babich]

I'm not sure what prop I have right now. I'm sure it's the stock prop for 2005 22v...

I'll bet it's an Acme 537 13.5x16.
Great prop for general use.
Altitude or heavy loads would be better with a lower pitch prop.
Here's what the info looks like on the prop:

[raythompson]

Also, do you think boat insurance would cover something like this?

I doubt if the prop damage exceeds your deductible. Even if you call them to ask you will have a claim on your record. Save your claims for real damage that takes out a shaft, rudder, a couple of fins, and destroys gell coat.

If you are having no issues with the prop just get it repaired. Carrying a spare is a false sense of security. Replacing a prop, in the water, requiring a prop puller, a key that will fall out, a prop wrench, something to brace the prop, etc. is not for the timid. What it may do is allow you to put the boat on the trailer, replace the prop, and continue your day. As for me when I bung a prop the day is just over.

[wake454]

Ya I think it costs around $150 to fix the prop and my deductable is $100. Probably not worth the claim. I want a spare so I don't have to go a week or longer without one while it's being repaired.

Anyone got a used prop for sale??

[TeamAllen]

Here are a couple of props someone else posted up.

http://tigeowners.com/forum/showthread.php?t=10232