prop recommendations

JPASS wrote: I also understand the prop will tighten when I put it in the water first time after reinstalling prop.

No, the prop should be tight on it's taper before it goes in the water.

My prop is a right handed prop correct? I'm looking at a used Acme 422 for $205.

Orlando76 wrote: Yeah

Just wanted to confirm. There are no markings on the prop notating rotation direction that I can see.

Took it out Saturday. Didn't feel any abnormal vibration, but then again there's always enough to make the dash mounted mirror shake. It's one of those things where you're not sure if the vibration has always been there or is new now that you're paying attention and looking for it.

FWIW, I don't think I could ever try any other prop but an Acme. Plus $205 doesn't sound bad.

63 Skier wrote: You definitely should go with the 422 over another OJ. I saw that ad mentioned earlier, it's a long way away from me and the guy only has 3 posts on PN, so be careful.

I thought about that. His reply to me asking if it was still for sale:

"Yes - still for sale.

Replaced it with a 654 as previous owner was more of a skier than a wakeboarder. The 654 gives me better starts when the ballast tanks and bags are full. I don't really need the top end the 422 provides.

I can send it COD via UPS. You would need to present the driver with a Cashier's Check or Money Order.

Thanks,
Mark"

Wowza.

Mark agreed to send it and accept payment on delivery. That's pretty hard to turn down. He has to have some trust in me to make such an offer.

Thanks to everyone for the help. Can't wait to try out the new prop.

my question would have been why didn't he go for the 1442...that's what I have on my PAN and I love it

TRBenj wrote: That's a steal for a 422, can't believe you waffled for a second... I almost bought it and I already have one.

I was pretty set on getting it as I thought it was a great deal. I was already talking to the seller through PN before realizing he was a member here.

I still wanted to run it by you guys here on the forum. More so to look at the condition of it in the pics prior to pulling the trigger.

No waffling at all, just doing additional research and getting opinions.

63 Skier wrote: Hi Mark, and welcome to CCF! No offense intended obviously, just have to be careful buying "stuff". Jpass, guess it's safe to buy the 422, so go for it! Quite a difference moving to the Pro Air from your '79 Ski, huh. I love having all the room for gear in a bigger boat.

Thanks for the welcome. The 79 Nautique was a great boat; fast and nimble. Loved it for what it was. The Pro Air is certainly more roomy, smoother and a great beginner to intermediate wakeboard boat. I don't ski any more but have pulled a few skier types and all have liked the wake (ballast tanks empty of course). Once the ballast tanks are filled (we also use a couple of fat sacs) the wake is perfect for my kids and their friends.

JPass will have the prop on Thursday so he should be back on the water this weekend.

It will ride like a new boat with the new prop! Since you are lapping the prop and really doing things properly, it may be a good time to check the alignment on the shaft, packing, and cutlass bearing.

FWIW, a friend of mine had a prop repaired by a guy named Skip down in Fl. He did a great job, cost was very reasonable, and fast turnaround.
He sells some props on Ski-it-again website. He has incredible knowledge about props and SN, and I think he has some used stuff. He has a new 422 listed for $380. In case anyone is interested. I have no affiliation with Skip, only got his name from a good friend that was very satisfied with his work.

emccallum wrote: it may be a good time to check the alignment on the shaft, packing, and cutlass bearing.

Definitely a good idea. I'll need to brush up on how to check the alignment as I've never done it in the year and a half we've owned the boat.

I think I have the prop lapping down-pat.

Toertel wrote: JP no hard feelings from my end re you! Enjoy the new ride! But if I come down to FL, I'll ask for a pull

No problem with the pull. I'm pretty sure there will be another 422 on here shortly. I got a PM from a member stating he would be listing some used props (a 422 was one of them) for sale soon.

Seb, if another one comes up I'll hold off, if you want it go for it. I'll keep my eyes open as well, would like to find one to try before the season is over.