2005 Reatta 175 Evinrude DI Prop Repair or Replace

[jimmy_vman]

I have a 2005 Ranger Reatta with a 175 Evinrude DI Prop is a 14 1/4x19 Renegade 4 blade. Hit a sand bar last year and dinged it up so it needs repair. Does anyone know a good prop shop that works on stainless in MI? I either need to replace or it get it repaired. If I replace it does anyone have any recommendations for my setup? I have heard of some running Mercury props on an Evinrude? Or would it be better to have the current prop worked on by a performance prop Shop? Mark's Props or DAH etc.?

Thanks for your Help,
Jimmy

[REW]

Jimmy,
I would certainly buy a new prop to replace your current prop.

Then, drop your current prop off at a good prop shop and have it repaired to be a good spare prop.

I never like to run a motor that has a prop on it that shows any sign of damage.

Any time that a prop is not perfect, you run the risk of an unbalanced load on the engine that can increase wear and tear on your motor's lower unit.

No need necessarily for a performance shop to work on your prop, just a good shop that delivers a quality piece of work.

You should be able to check the Yellow Pages so to speak, or just talk to local bait shops or dealers for a reasonable prop shop in your part of the world.

Good luck

[wellpastcold]

Originally Posted by jimmy_vman

I have a 2005 Ranger Reatta with a 175 Evinrude DI Prop is a 14 1/4x19 Renegade 4 blade. Hit a sand bar last year and dinged it up so it needs repair. Does anyone know a good prop shop that works on stainless in MI? I either need to replace or it get it repaired. If I replace it does anyone have any recommendations for my setup? I have heard of some running Mercury props on an Evinrude? Or would it be better to have the current prop worked on by a performance prop Shop? Mark's Props or DAH etc.?

Thanks for your Help,
Jimmy

DAH does repairs. They can also tweak the prop if you like. I have had basic repairs done by DAH for a very reasonable price. I love the way they polish the prop as well. You could use it as a mirror for shaving.