[C320-list] FW: Kiwi Prop versus Gori 3 blader

[Jerry Brown]

Thanks

The Gori is made in Denmark and has a strong local dealer.  The Kiwi rep is 
much smaller and untried

Regards
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Kirk McCullough" <kirk.mccullough at telus.net>
To: "'C320-List'" <c320-list at catalina320.com>
Sent: Sunday, October 21, 2007 9:12 PM
Subject: Re: [C320-list] FW: Kiwi Prop versus Gori 3 blader


>I only have 2 seasons on the Kiwi, but it has performed very well. This
> summer I hit a small log which we get many of in this part of the world at
> certain times of year. On my next haul-out the Kiwi had a small nick out 
> of
> each of the 3 blades. I filed the nicks out in just a few minutes, which 
> is
> the recommended procedure. The composite material is easy to work with and
> seems to be very tough. The Kiwi dealer will advise on the best size etc, 
> it
> depends on your engine and gear box in your new boat. It's very easy to
> pitch the Kiwi if it's not exact when you get it.
>
> Support in this area is good from the local Kiwi dealer. To me, good 
> service
> depends a lot on the company that sells the product. I never had to test
> them on their 30 day money back offer.
>
> Do you know where the Gori is built? Denmark I think, so you just need a
> good local dealer for support whether its Gori or Kiwi.
>
> Kirk
>
> #124
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com
> [mailto:c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Karl Mielenhausen
> _/)
> Sent: 21 October 2007 15:25
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com
> Subject: [C320-list] FW: Kiwi Prop versus Gori 3 blader
>
>
> Jerry,
>
> The Feb 2007 issue of Practical Sailor has a good discussion on the Kiwi
> prop, including an inspection after 3 years of use.
>
> Might be more factual than your dealer.
>
>
>
> Karl Mielenhausen
>
> 2000 C320 Hull#690 "Silver Lining"
>
> New Bern, NC
>
> http://pages.suddenlink.net/kmielen/
>
> From: Jerry Brown [mailto: jbrown03 at sympatico.ca]
>
> To: c320-list at catalina320.com
>
> Date: Sun, 21 Oct 2007 08:40:44 -0400
>
> Subject: [C320-list] Kiwi Prop versus Gori 3 blader
>
>
>
> Hi GuysWe have just ordered a new 320 MkII to replace our current 320 
> which
> has a standard 2 bladed prop.  I recall that there were a number of
> proponents of the Kiwi Prop.  The dealer will supply and fit a Gori but 
> says
> that I will bo on my own if I buy a Kiwi Prop.  Specifically he is un 
> happy
> with non metallic blades and the fact that support appears to be from NZ.
> The design principles of the Kiwi Prop appeal to me (I studied engineering
> many years ago) but I would really welcome comments from owners with both
> types.  For any Kiwi Prop owners, have you had any blade problems?  How 
> has
> customer service been, and specifically are they good for the 30 day money
> back if not satisfied guarentee that they offer on the web site?  For both
> types what are the right specs.I know this has been debated before but any
> and all comments would be appreciated.ThanksJerry Brown# (waiting to be
> assigned)
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