[C320-list] Prop nut

[Allan S Field]

First off, there are 2 nuts plus the cotter pin (or at least, should be).
Secondly, you may have to heat the nuts with a MAPP torch (propane torch
probably won't get hot enough) enough to break them free.  Third, WD40 will
be of no use.  Try PB Blaster and let it soak overnight.

-----Original Message-----
From: C320-list [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf
Of tharrison at innovations-plus.com
Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2015 5:24 PM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: [C320-list] Prop nut

I just tried to take the prop nut off. Notice I said tried. I just came back
from tool store with a 1 1/8 deep socket and a 16 inch bar, 1/2 drive.  This
will be my second attempt! 

I have put WD40 on the nut. 

I did remove the cotter pin. 

I have blocked the prop with 6x6and a couple of 2x6's up against the boat
bottom. 

Before I get all manly (which I am not) and use force on the nut I thought I
would ask; " What am I or did I miss in trying to get this nut off"?

Ted 
Hull 424
Whitby Ontario 

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