Time to change the propeller

Time to treat Tra Bhui to a new propeller!

The existing 4 blade prop which as far as I know is the original on the engine is now 8 years old and is showing significant signs of wear and tear. The plan - not a very cunning one - is to replace it with a new one and keep it as a spare just in case it is needed. Having seen how hard another owner found it to get a spare propeller in Norway last year when he lost his, carrying a spare on longer cruises may be a good idea.

Old

New

The new prop is a three bladed one - the diameter and pitch remain the same as the old. So far the performance of the new prop is as good as the old, but with a 10 hp motor on the back I would not expect to notice much difference.