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Offline David CVX-16

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Working on Props Again
« on: January 09, 2011, 06:15:41 PM »
This is Chris's (AMD handle name) 21" bronze prop. The leading edges of the blades were flat/blunt and needed rounding and thinning. Prop needs some more polishing and then it will be done.
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Offline Hyperacme

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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #1 on: January 09, 2011, 06:21:27 PM »
Looks great Dave ...
Your hands must hurt ... LOL

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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #2 on: January 09, 2011, 07:31:16 PM »
Got smart and started using a sanding disc in addition to the hands.
David
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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #3 on: January 09, 2011, 07:34:59 PM »
Wow, they are pretty. I remember the drought back in 06 when I went through $2000 + of props because of hits.
I got use to having dings real quick! Still kinda favor them, less cussing when they get dinged again.
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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #4 on: January 09, 2011, 11:05:52 PM »
Hi Glenn  !

as much time as you spent on the water back then it's no wonder you dinged up a few props, and Hey ... have you heard anything about going to Possum Kingdom this year yet .. I don't want to miss that this year.
I remember this one at Texoma ?
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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #5 on: January 13, 2011, 09:08:15 PM »
Finished product.
David
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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #6 on: January 13, 2011, 09:14:35 PM »
You need sunglasses to look at that one !
Nice work Dave ...

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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #7 on: January 13, 2011, 09:26:53 PM »
Gregg, I'm thinking of polishing your LEFT HANDED bronze prop sitting on the counter at work.

The Home Depot sells a mini polishing kit consisting of three cloth buffers that attach to the end of a drill, along with four grits of rouge for about $10. Saves alot of time and does a nice job.

http://www.homedepot.com/Tools-Hardware-Power-Tool-Accessories-Polishing-kits/h_d1/N-5yc1vZ1xr5Zbb3f/R-100671748/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #8 on: January 14, 2011, 09:17:58 AM »
Nice work David! 8)      Almost too pretty to put on a boat. ;)
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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #9 on: January 14, 2011, 03:00:45 PM »
That sho is purty David. You are the prop polishing master. Nice work!
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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #10 on: January 14, 2011, 03:43:24 PM »
Dave
Have you ever tried doing that to an aluminium prop ?
Are they to porous to get a shiny finish ?

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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #11 on: January 14, 2011, 06:36:19 PM »
Looks awesome Dave. I need to have you work on my Laser II some time. It's pretty dull.
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Offline David CVX-16

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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #12 on: January 14, 2011, 07:58:15 PM »
Gregg, I have worked on aluminum props. Of course they are easier to work on since the metal is softer. Usually aluminum props are painted, probably since the bare aluminum needs protection from salt - anodizing in which case the manufactors of aluminum props paint them all. But if you have an aluminum prop that needs touch up, bring it over. Its going to be a long winter. Aluminum will get shiny, but probably will lose the shine fast with all the pollutants in the water.  
 
Jason, I'd be glad to polish your Laser II, bring it over.

The touch up of rough edges and polishing is at no charge - my contribution to Glastron Club.   
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Offline Glastron_GT160

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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #13 on: January 14, 2011, 08:35:40 PM »
Looks a lot nicer than when I mailed it to you David.  You're an artist!


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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #14 on: January 14, 2011, 08:38:53 PM »
Nice work DP, looks great!
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Aluminum will get shiny, but probably will lose the shine fast with all the pollutants in the water. 
I've seen an aluminum boat the owner put "Shark Hyde" on when he finished polishing, said it worked great at retaining the shine.  Wonder if a prop would probably wear that off pretty quickly?
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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #15 on: January 14, 2011, 08:44:06 PM »
Dave
Have you ever tried doing that to an aluminium prop ?
Are they to porous to get a shiny finish ?


I think you can get a similar shine/finish on an aluminum prop, but I'm not sure how long it will last.  Aluminum polishes up well.

You may recall my 3.9 project from a few years back.

Ever seen those mirror finish aluminum hulls or vintage airstreams... works of beauty!


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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #16 on: January 14, 2011, 10:23:27 PM »
Article on polishing motorcycle rims. He recommends a car wax after the polishing to keep the aluminum from oxidizing. I'l have to try car wax over the bronze finish to see if it protects it longer before tarnishing.

http://www.finishing.com/0800-0999/800.shtml
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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #17 on: January 15, 2011, 08:19:43 AM »
Beautiful work David. I'd still like to have you touch up my aluminum prop. Maybe I'll take it off and stick it in my trunk in case an opportunity arises whe I can swing by.
Isnt your busy season about to start? Tax time.
Ross
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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #18 on: January 15, 2011, 11:30:57 AM »
Before the props get put up in the rafters of the garage, thought I would get a picture of them. Clockwise starting at the back, Ballistic 19", Ballistic 21", Power Tech PTR 21", Mercury Quicksilver 21", Mercury Quicksilver 21", and Chris's (AMD) Mercury Quicksilver 21" 

Will be getting two aluminum props with the 88 115 HP Merc, so props will come and go.

Ross: Yes, I signed up for another year of preparing tax returns, but with the power tools for sanding and polishing props, will not take nearly the time as it did in the past. Arrange to bring the prop over.
David
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Re: Working on Props Again
« Reply #19 on: January 15, 2011, 03:22:56 PM »
Very nice collection.
Are one of these the one you mentioned perhaps selling to me?
Ross
61 Surflite 1964 90HP Johnson project
67 V163 Bayflite Super Sport  1989 100HP Merc
67 V164 Bayflite 120HP
67 V174 Crestflite Rat Rod
71 V175 Crestflite 350ci -Jet
73 GT 160
84 CVX 17  83 115 Merc
88 CVX-23 350 Mag