Unveiling the Secrets: Determining Propeller Taper for a Perfect Fit Norfolk Broads Forum

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Unveiling the Secrets: Determining Propeller Taper for a Perfect Fit Today, I am here to guide you through the process of discovering the taper of your propeller, ensuring that you can effortlessly find the ideal replacement to snugly fit your prop shaft. Now, for those of us more accustomed to metric units, delving into the realm of Imperial measurements might seem like navigating a different language. Fear not, as I am about to demystify the calculations for you. Understanding the Basics To begin, you&need the propeller you intend to replace. Focus on measuring the larger diameter because, bear in mind, the prop shaft is tapered. The dimensions of the larger end will be crucial in determining your prop shaft size. For instance, let&assume the larger end is one inch. Proceed down to the tapered end, where the nut secures the propeller. Measure the diameter at this point. In our example, this measurement is thirteen sixteenths of an inch. Now, calculate the difference between the larger and smaller ends. In this case, the difference is 3/16 of an inch. Crunching the Numbers Next, take a measurement of the boss, the part where the propeller is attached. For our demonstration, let&say this length is two and a quarter inches. Now, divide this length by the previously calculated difference between the two ends. In our scenario, it would be two and a quarter inches divided by 3/16 of an inch. Breaking it down further, two and a quarter inches can be expressed as 30 to 36...

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