Finding the right outboard prop to replace an old or damaged propeller can be somewhat difficult. Since there are many types of props in the market, there are some important factors that you need to consider during the search for the best outboard propeller. The key to finding the best props is knowing propeller terminology, [...]
A boat that has the right boat props will function properly for many years and provide one with many hours of fun and enjoyment. Boat props, more commonly known as boat propellers, help to steer the boat and give it sufficient power to run properly. The type of propeller chosen will depend on what type [...]
Those who are new to the sports of fishing or leisure boating may be surprised to learn that one of the most important characteristics of a propeller is its “pitch.” Even though the term sounds to novices far more akin to baseball than to boating, it is quite an apt word. Just as a thrower’s [...]
Those who are new to the leisure activity of boating may not be aware of one key fact about outboard propeller engines. In most cases, the propeller that ships with an outboard engine is a “stock” part and is not, in fact, the ideal propeller for every boat that may elect to include that particular [...]
Boating enthusiasts know that for all the wonderful times and adventures they have on their water craft, there is also a maintenance aspect that must be considered. One periodic task that must be taken care of is changing out an old propeller for a new one. This is not a frequent job; it needs to [...]
Cavitation is an issue that many users of outboard propellers do not fully understand. They may be familiar with the effects of cavitation, of course, without being cognizant of the nature of this phenomenon or the variety of factors that can contribute to it. What is Cavitation? Cavitation happens when water vaporizes due to an [...]
Most people understand the difference between diameter and radius, but other terms that are used to describe outboard propellers may be less familiar to the general population and may even cause confusion among boating enthusiasts. Terms Used to Describe Pitch There are several ways, for example, to describe the pitch characteristics of outboard boat props. [...]
One of the great advantages of Michigan Match propellers is their price point. Michigan Match props are of a high quality and perform better than many propellers that come with motors to begin with, but they typically can be purchased for a lower price than comparable propellers from other major manufacturers. This is done without [...]
Michigan Wheel Vortex props are high performance propellers fashioned from aluminum, a metal that is strong yet lightweight. Both of these features lead to engine efficiencies and can contribute to lower fuel consumption. All Vortex propellers utilize the revolutionary interchangeable hub system known as the XHS Xchangeable. In addition, Vortex propellers possess a high degree [...]
A propeller for your boat’s motor is one of the most important items you will purchase when refurbishing or upgrading your watercraft. To the consternation of many novice boating enthusiasts, however, there is an incredible multiplicity of propellers on the market today. How can you be sure that you are not only purchasing a propeller [...]