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xlandguy
06-06-2012, 11:22 PM
Tried to take some pictures showing how my rudder and strut are set. Also, the pointed prop nut. Should there be another small nut in front, a double nut? How tight should I try to get this prop nut? Tight as I can or? I assume that because of the rotation of the shaft/prop the nut is not easy to come off while running? I am wondering about the angle of the rudder and the height/angle of the strut. Thank you.
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LarrysDrifter
06-06-2012, 11:43 PM
Throw the bullet nut in the trash, unless you want to make prop donations to the bottom of the lake. Use a zuber nut instead.

xlandguy
06-06-2012, 11:54 PM
I'll have to order some. Until then how about some blue Locktite on the bullet nut? That should hold it?

iamandrew
06-06-2012, 11:57 PM
Even with semi permanent Loctite you dont wanna use those prop nuts!
i had one come off, and was lucky my rudder stopped the shaft from coming out

xlandguy
06-07-2012, 12:07 AM
Ok, thanks. I sure hate worrying about one of my new metal props coming off. Especially after I spent so much time trying to balance and sharpen it.