[Alberg30] Prop Shaft Lock

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GOOD TO SEE ANOTHER IRISHMAN WITH GOOD TASTE IN SAILING !   J FITZPATRICK# 536
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  From: FITZONELOVE at aol.com 
  To: public-list at alberg30.org 
  Sent: Sunday, September 02, 2001 4:35 PM
  Subject: [Alberg30] Prop Shaft Lock


  I would be interested in hearing opinions on whether to let the prop spin in 
  neutral while under sail, or lock it by putting it in reverse.  It seems 
  locking it in reverse would save some wear on the bearings and seals.  I have 
  a Yanmar 3GM30 with a 2 bladed prop, and while spinning under sail at 4 knots 
  and above, the prop creates a pretty annoying vibration in the tiller.  Have 
  a great Labor Day!! 
  Joe Fitzpatrick  #286  "One Love" 
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