[C320-list] Prop nut

[tharrison at innovations-plus.com]

I do not see two nuts. Just one 

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> On Apr 22, 2015, at 6:14 PM, "Allan S Field" <allan.field at verizon.net> wrote:
> 
> 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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