woodro Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 Does anybody have an idea what it would cost to fix for some minor dents on a stainless prop and weld a new skeg on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 I figure $100 to $150 for the prop depending on the definition of a few dents. I'm guessing that the skeg repair won't be cheap either as I would think the lower unit would need to come off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garnet Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 If theirs skeg left you can buy a fit over and drill tap couple holes. They are chrome look good. Garnet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndySKS Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 I damaged my prop last summer up north and it had a couple really good curls in it. A rush repair was $135 from a guy in Powassan . It was also stainless steel and off of a 150 merc. My skeg is also broke and he can fix that too but it does require the lower unit to come off and be disassembled, i never asked the price but i will be having him weld a new one on sometime. If you are looking for someone to do it drop me an email and i will send you his info [email protected] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonny Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 (edited) If the skeg is only damaged by knocking a chunk out of the front of it: Small chunk - just use "JB Weld" (Canadian Tire stocks it). Larger chunk (broken out from hitting a rock) - here's what I did... for a crescent-shaped piece missing, about the size of my palm 1) Epoxy a "fillet" of soft aluminum to the skeg ( fillet made from roof flashing folded and cut to shape to fit the "hole") . Enough to hold the JB Weld when it's applied. 5 minute epoxy will do, and you'll have to hold it in place til it sets. 2) Wait a few hours for the epoxy to cure, then build up JB Weld until you get approximately the original contours of the skeg. Better a little too much than too little. 3) Next day, file the JB Weld down to get the original contours and to smooth out irregularities.* 4) Spray paint with the original colour. I was skeptical it would hold but it held just fine for about 5 years (and probably would have held longer). Then I hit another rock. --- * You might have to apply more than one layer of JB Weld if you're building up a thicker patch. Edited June 15, 2009 by Jocko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonny Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 i just got my skeg replaced after taking it off on a rock in temagami,,,cost me around 140 from a place out in hagarsville,,,he also fixes props cheap,,,second time going through this...pm me for details if it is close enough for ya,,oh and i believe he can repair it right on the boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tschirk Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 City Wide Welding in Mississauga is the outsource shop for most marina & boat shops in the area. Props & skegs are his specialty. He welded a 3" back onto my skeg, without dropping lower unit. Looked factory new! I was happy with price too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garry2Rs Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 I paid $500 for a skeg welding job at Bayveiw Marine on Stoney Lake...The weld broke the first time out...The weld was full of bubbles like an Aero candy bar! The guy there told me "Tough luck" when I complained...I would suggest that you stay away from that place. Some places charge as much as 50% of the replacement value of the SS prop on a big job...Shop around! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Too bad Gary is no longer with us. He certainly knew his stuff when it came to props and skegs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 I was thinking the same thing this afternoon Roy... Not sure I would let someone weld my skeg with the lower unit in place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garnet Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Look up Skegshield in the BPS looks like every size motor. I know several boats with them on and no problems. Garnet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodro Posted June 16, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 I figure $100 to $150 for the prop depending on the definition of a few dents. I'm guessing that the skeg repair won't be cheap either as I would think the lower unit would need to come off. the prop doesn't seem to be wobbling at full throttle but I am worried that it may began to crack the seal in the lower unit because two of the four tips on the prop are slightly out of shape. The skeg is not broken off but there is a chunk missing which is exposing the prop more then i'd like. I'll have to look into JP weld, and the replacement skeg cover at BPS. Both great ideas. Thanks guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodro Posted June 16, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 (edited) Would a Skegshield be as strong as a weld? http://shop.keelshield.com/index.php?main_...mage&pID=38 Edited June 16, 2009 by woodro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daking_eh2007 Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 (edited) I broke my skeg last year, installed Stainless Steel I/O & Outboard Skeggard Item:IK-011002 I purchased from Cabelas. I saved a lot of $$ and improved the look of my I/O engine. Edited June 16, 2009 by daking_eh2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleheader Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 I broke my skeg on a 50 hp Honda a few years back and purchased a Skeggard. Great product, worked as advertised, and actually improved my performance some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtrudeau Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 I have to agree with Ted & gadget, City wide in Mississauga, good job, fair price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodro Posted June 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 thanks guys, I checked out the product and it looks really sharp. The only thing I was concerned with the strength of the shield but given the fact that its stainless steel it should be ok. I'm going to put it on this week. Thanks for all the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 City Wide Welding in Mississauga is the outsource shop for most marina & boat shops in the area. Props & skegs are his specialty. He welded a 3" back onto my skeg, without dropping lower unit. Looked factory new! I was happy with price too. They fixed my props when I lived there. They do good work. It's amazing the stuff you can hit out in the middle of Lake O. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodro Posted June 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 They fixed my props when I lived there.They do good work. It's amazing the stuff you can hit out in the middle of Lake O. What did they charge? if you dont mind me asking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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