[Destroyer]

Originally Posted by rb437

Thanks,

Now a couple more questions -
1. How do I determine outdrive gear ratio?
2. Where's a good place to find a prop?

Rick

A few good places to find props (and other stuff):

http://www.boat-links.com/linklists/boatlink-30.html

http://www.outboard-motors.us/years/

http://forums.iboats.com/forumdisplay.php?f=21

And of course eBay is a great place to buy used props at a great price. I've bought several props that way and never been disappointed. Just do your homework beforehand so you know the type of material, the number of blades, the diameter and the pitch you want.
Then find a prop and compare it online to a new prop of the same type pricewise. A lot of times you can find really good deals. It's also a good place to find a servicable throwaway prop for not a lot of money. That way you don't invest hundreds and hundreds of dollars trying out a different diameter or pitched prop and then you decide you don't like it's performance after you've bought it.

Also, for repair of a prop I'd recommend:

http://www.thepropellershop.net/

Hope this helps a little ...