Fwd: [C320-list] Folding props

[Steven Magennis]

The Alchemist #909 has been sailing and motoring with the 2 blade Gori
folding prop since she was a puppy.  No problems reaching hull speed at
about 2800 RPM, and no mechanical issues.  I had a non-geared Martec on
my previous boat (a C-30T), and occasionally had difficulties getting
it to open both blades.  That got quite exciting, and I don't recommend
it as a habit to get into.

Steve
Alchemist C-320 #909

--- belairlk at aim.com wrote:

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>  
> -----Original Message-----
> From: BEL AIR LK
> To: rod.boer1 at verizon.net
> Sent: Sun, 01 Jan 2006 17:50:08 -0500
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Folding props
> 
> 
> Rod, thanks for very interesting articles---no mention of the Gori
> 2-blade folding prop,  which I understand is also a good
> choice---they recommend Gori 16-1/2" diam., 11 pitch  for 320 with
> Yanmar ($887. at PYacht.com).
>  
> Anyone have experience or info re Gori prop?
>  
> Len
>  
> Aqua5, #1070
>  
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Rod Boer <rod.boer1 at verizon.net>
> To: belairlk at aim.com
> Sent: Sun, 01 Jan 2006 16:59:38 -0500
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Folding props
> 
> 
> Here it is.  I hope it helps.
>  
> Rod
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: belairlk at aim.com 
> To: rod.boer1 at verizon.net ; C320-List at catalina320.com 
> Sent: Sunday, January 01, 2006 4:37 PM
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Folding props
> 
> 
> Yes Rod, I would also like a copy of the comparison document.
>  
> Thanks,
>  
> Len  belairlk at aol.com
>  
> Aqua5  #1070 
>  
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Rod Boer <rod.boer1 at verizon.net>
> To: C320-List <C320-List at catalina320.com>
> Sent: Sun, 01 Jan 2006 14:25:33 -0500
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Folding props
> 
> 
> Hi Mike, 
>  
> I have a Word document comparing some of the prop manufacturers that
> you mentioned. There are comparisons of Autoprop, MaxProp, and Martec
> by C320 owners. It used to be on the C320 web site. I can attach a
> copy of it to an email if you or anyone else is interested. One piece
> of information on the Autoprop seems to have changed and that is the
> original article indicated a 16" diameter was appropriate whereas I
> just received a recommendation that 15" diameter was recommended. 
>  
> Rod Boer 
> Odyssey, #688 
>  
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Lachance, Michael B (ISD, IT)"
> <MLaChance at thehartford.com> 
> To: "C320-List" <C320-List at catalina320.com> 
> Sent: Saturday, December 31, 2005 12:13 PM 
> Subject: [C320-list] Folding props 
>  
> I've decided to replace my fixed 3 blade prop. Given the projected 
> expenditure some research is needed. I plan to review available 
> literature, talk to other sailors and list postings to make an
> informed 
> choice. The props I will examine include: Autoprop, MaxProp, Gori,
> and 
> Flex-o-fold. 
>  
> My question: are these four the major candidates or am I missing one?
> 
>  
> Also, I'm thinking about documenting my research for the website or
> an 
> article for Mainsheet. So if anyone has information they wish to
> share, 
> anecdotal or otherwise, and at the risk of starting a really long
> thread 
> (but hey it's snowing outside), please reply to this post. 
>  
> Thanks 
>  
> Mike LaChance 
> Seychelle, #141 
> Noank, CT 
>  
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