Macwester prop issue

[Craig Bodsworth]

Hi all
I’m very pleased to have recently purchased a macwester 26.
I have an issue with the prop. I got the boat underway but very quickly lost all power. Engine revs gearbox is engaged and shaft is spinning but no power. I assumed the prop had fallen off but after drying the boat on the bank its still there!
Does anyone know what type of fitting the prop may have? Engine is a bukh 20hp. I’m gonna attempt to get at the prop at the weekend but it’s half submerged in mud so gonna be tricky so a head ups may be fruitful.
Many thanks

[Chris Nixon]

Hi first check the gear box oil
If the prop is spinning it will make a noise check the key way on the inside first then the prop
You can give me a call
Chris

[Craig Bodsworth]

Didn’t suspect gearbox as shaft is spinning lovely. Key way inside? I assumEd woodruff key in prop was the issue

[Craig Bodsworth]

Call would be great Chris 07479 030188 thanks

[Craig Bodsworth]

Sussed it! The clamp on the shaft joint was loose. Simple fix should refloat her tomorow night

[Chris Nixon]

Glad you got it sorted.
Chris

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