Fwd: [C320-list] Folding props

Mon Jan 2 11:19:12 PST 2006

Although I now have a Gori 2-blade folder on AROBAN, I used a Martec, 
non-geared 2-blade folder on my prior boat for over 15 years. Never had any 
problem with blades failing to open (although this might happen with an 
excessive build-up of sea creatures in the pivot area of the prop). We won 
lots of races with the Martec and often motored to or from the Bahamas when 
wind conditions were too light. The only difference I'm aware of between the 
Martec and the Gori is that the Martec required a few more RPMs in reverse.

Peter Clancy
AROBAN  c320  #222
Miami, FL

>From: Steven Magennis <magenns at yahoo.com>
>Reply-To: C320-List <C320-List at catalina320.com>
>To: C320-List <C320-List at catalina320.com>
>Subject: Re: Fwd: [C320-list] Folding props
>Date: Mon, 2 Jan 2006 11:06:17 -0800 (PST)
>
>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:
>
> >
> >
> > -----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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