[C320-list] Gori vs Flex-o-fold vs Kiwi props

[Jerry Clayton]

O.D.,

Do you have to lube or do any other maintenance on it? 

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From: Orlando.Duran at averydennison.com
Sent: Thursday, March 12, 2009 10:44 AM
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Subject: Re: [C320-list] Gori vs Flex-o-fold vs Kiwi props

Jerry,

I installed a FoF 3-bladed folder on cuba libre 3 and absolutely love
it...As for zincs, you have to buy them from FoF but they are not that
expensive and I bought 10 of 'em when I bought the boat 3 years ago


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    I will be having the bottom painted soon and am considering having a
folding prop installed at the same time.
    I am considering the Gori and Flex-o-fold 3 blade folders and
possiblily the Kiwi feathering props.  I have heard many good reports on
Gori but very little comments on FOF.  Kiwi had a nice review from
Practical Sailor.
    Does anyone have a FOF or Kiwi prop on their 320?  Are you happy with
your choice?
    Last time I check prices were
$1300 Kiwi
$1925 FOF
$2350 Gori
just wondering if the Gori is worth the extra $425 more than the FOF?
     I currently have a 3 blade fixed so I guess anything would be an
improvement.
    Also are there any maintainance issues on these props other than
zincs?
    I have researched the archieves but would appreciate any fresh
comments on FOF and Kiwi now that you have had them longer.

Thanks,

Jerry Clayton
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