How Do I Remove My Inboard or Ski Boat Propeller?
Removing your inboard propeller or ski boat propeller is pretty straight forward even though it looks complicated. Here are the simple steps to follow when removing your boat’s propeller. Leaving the Nut On: With a block of wood preventing the prop from spinning, remove the cotter pin and loosen both nuts. Remove the half-height nut […]
What is Boat Propeller Balance?
How do you know if a boat propeller is out of balance? As a boater, you may notice you’re having vibration. Here at Tacoma Propeller, we’ll check. Even if you don’t feel or hear vibration while boating, your boat propeller could still be out of balance. Balancing is a part of every boat propeller repair we […]
MiWheel Boat Propellers at Tacoma Propeller
Since the 1950s, when we were operating as Wright Marine, Tacoma Propeller has been a stocking distributor for Michigan Wheel. Michigan Wheel makes both inboard and outboard propellers, in addition to other parts. Their product catalog is extensive. Quality, Service, and Repairability are among the reasons our well-stocked warehouse is largely comprised of Michigan Wheel marine […]
All the Wright Stuff
We want to introduce you to a member of our team. If you’ve visited our location, there’s a very good chance you’ve met him. Tacoma Propeller has a small staff in a large warehouse with two busy shops. Of the many cogs in this small machine, one of them has knowledge and practice in all […]
What is a Boat Propeller MRI?
Measuring Inboard Boat Propellers What is an MRI machine? When boat propellers come into our shop at Tacoma propeller, we check them for several measurements such as pitch, track, camber, rake, and assess the condition of the metal. Visit our blog about bronze and nibral materials. With inboard propellers over 16″, this type of data […]
Learn all About Outboard Hub-Systems
Outboard boat propellers will have a hub system. This is the cushioned space between the metal splines that engage the shaft and the metal of the propeller itself. There are different styles used by different manufacturers, each with its own benefits. What’s the difference between Hub Systems? Rubber Propeller Hubs are the traditional pressed in […]
Why PowerTech! at Tacoma Propeller?
Tacoma Propeller’s expansive warehouse is well-stocked in outboard and sterndrive boat propellers. For stainless steel options, our shelves are lined in PowerTech! Why have we chosen to stock, and often special-order from PowerTech!? The list of reasons is long. Here are a few. Expansive Selection with Wide Range: PowerTech!’s engineers have mastered dozens of blade […]
What is the Process of Boat Propeller Repair
How are boat propellers repaired? Are inboard and outboard propellers repaired the same way? Walk into our propeller repair shop… Inboard and outboard boat propeller repairs are similar in some ways and different in others. Depending on the size and material of a propeller there are different steps that may be taken. When we receive […]
Stainless Steel vs Aluminum Outboards
Material choices for outboard and sterndrive propellers are Aluminum and Stainless. How does an aluminum propeller differ from a stainless steel propeller? Aluminum Propeller Aluminum boat propellers are relatively inexpensive, easy to repair, and under normal conditions can last for many years. They’re great for small and mid-sized boats. Aluminum boat propellers are lightweight at […]
Should I have a 3 or 4 Blade Outboard Propeller?
Should I have a 3 or 4 Blade Outboard Propeller? Or even 5? We regularly help customers who call or come in asking for a outboard boat propeller with more blades because they want to go faster. Unfortunately, that’s just not how outboard boat propellers work. Here, we’ll walk through the applications for different outboard […]
