Comprehensive Repair
Service
To obtain optimum performance and operate
efficiently, a propeller must be in top
condition at all times. Any distortion from its
true shape or imbalance can cause:-
vibration, loss of thrust, engine damage, drive
train damage, increased fuel usage and a
general lowering of the boat's performance.
To ensure a propeller operates to its
optimum, it is essential that it is regularly
serviced much like a periodic car service.
Austral has sophisticated repair equipment and the expertise
to recondition and modify propellers, of all types and
makes, up to 84" (2134mm) diameter. In addition to general
blade repairs we have specialised hydraulic pitch altering machines which can increase
or decrease pitch on sand cast propellers, diameter can be
reduced, damaged sections can be welded into a blade and cupping can be added or
repaired. 
Propeller Performance Modifications and Pitch
Verification
Our propeller repair/recondition services include the
ability to modify existing propellers to the international standard ISO 484/2
Class 1 and S using the latest
PropScan®
computerised pitch verification and measuring equipment.. Such
remanufacturing of a propeller will eliminate propeller vibration, increase fuel
efficiency and optimize speeds obtained by the available horsepower. Detailed
reporting of propeller blade pitch characteristics, both before and after
modification, ensure you can be confident the propeller is highly accurate and
is providing the optimum performance. Initial computerized pitch measurement and
sizing/modification suggestions are available free of charge - performance
modification prices are quoted according to level of alteration required.
Propeller Repair and Alteration Services
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* All types and makes of propellers reconditioned |
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* Inboard propeller recondition to 84" (2134mm) diameter |
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* Alteration of pitch up or down to 84" (2134mm) diameter |
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* Diameter reduction up to 96" (2438mm) diameter |
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* Blade shapes can be modified as required |
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* Damaged sections can be welded into blades |
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* Cupping can be added to most propellers |
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* Computerised electronic balancing service |
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* Computerised dynamic balancing |
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* Repolishing of highly finished propellers |
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* PropScan™ computerised pitch verification |
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* Computer printed reports of pitch accuracy |
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* Surf club stainless steel propeller modifications |
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