Replace or repair prop?

[Moejoes]

I picked up a nice little dent about the size of half a 10 cent coin half way up 1 blade the last trip I done off Fraser.
Weird, as I don't recall hitting anything and no damage or marks to the other blades.
Was like someone smacked it hard with a length of reo bar.
Managed to panel beat it out and seems Ok now.

[scottar]

i wonder how often they fail and leave you stranded?
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Primarily that is going to depend on how often you repeat today's performance. Spun hubs do happen but even then the prop is usually good for a "slow boat to China" ride home. A mate of mine did this from Tanga's to Wellington point one day - took him 6 hours. He's divorced now, not sure if this was part of it but his missus was NOT happy. Carrying a spare if you are new to an area is not a bad idea - specially with ally. I was with the old man one day in Cobby Creek at Jumpinpin when he clipped the one rock that stands up at high tide far enough to hit - took the blade right off. Yes it would still get you home but once again - "slow boat". We changed props and off we went - day saved. If you are going to get a new one anyway, also check with a couple of wreckers - might be a cheaper way of getting a spare than getting yours fixed.

[beerhunter]

Thanks for the advice. There must be a bit of imbalance now do you think it will cause dramas? Boat seems to still go the same maybe a bit of a vibration not sure though.