Access prop thru platform

[Arminius]

The lip under the access port on my swim platform is big enough that the screws can be inserted from above. This would allow untangling a rope from the prop without using the mask and fins. Don't countersink them too deep as it seems like foam covered with thick gel coat.

 

[randmhall]

... walking to kitchen to microwave popcorn.

 

[blaster]

When I have to untangle “rope” I just gun it and hope for the best. I count on the torque of my 1.62 gear reduction to sever the “rope” using the sharpened blades of my propeller.

I sharpen my propeller every time I launch so as to cut cleanly any object which may come into contact.

When I cook with my Magma I tie a small pig to a “rope” and let it contact my sharpened propeller at 1,900 RPM (just before planing speed) so as to get a nice swirl in the suckling pig. I find this not only aerates the meat but also has a tenderizing effect which brings about a wholesome flavor.

Try it sometime and let me know what you think.

 

[Espos4]

When I have to untangle “rope” I just gun it and hope for the best. I count on the torque of my 1.62 gear reduction to sever the “rope” using the sharpened blades of my propeller.

I sharpen my propeller every time I launch so as to cut cleanly any object which may come into contact.

When I cook with my Magma I tie a small pig to a “rope” and let it contact my sharpened propeller at 1,900 RPM (just before planing speed) so as to get a nice swirl in the suckling pig. I find this not only aerates the meat but also has a tenderizing effect which brings about a wholesome flavor.

Try it sometime and let me know what you think.

There’s only room for one crazy here!

 

[jmcdboater]

This a very nonsensical thread…… am I asleep?

 

[keokie]

This a very nonsensical thread…… am I asleep?

I was starting to question what my lovely bride put in my gin and tonic.

 

[Arminius]

Ropes do get fouled and it is claustrophobic working underwater, under the overhanging platform. Searay had put the screwheads on the underside of the platform on my boat.

 

[OllieC]

The lip under the access port on my swim platform is big enough that the screws can be inserted from above. This would allow untangling a rope from the prop without using the mask and fins. Don't countersink them too deep as it seems like foam covered with thick gel coat.View attachment 139001

You can also use this as a safety ring for a Man Overboard situation. Just be wary of tossing it too hard as it may impair the already impaired MOB.

I personally would find a flush type of quick release system so you could access the outdrive for the many times you foul lines in the prop. Although, with your light system, you running over lines will be greatly reduced.

 

[Lazy Daze]

Don't countersink them too deep as it seems like foam covered with thick gel coat.

Foam/gelcoat? It's HDPE.

They were screwed from the bottom because it looks better and wrapping a line is not a common thing on these kinds of boats. But, sure, I can see where doing that can be helpful.

One of the places I do a lot of boating is coastal Maine... lobster traps. Now, I typically keep a watchful eye out and avoid the ropes. But on rare occasions (a running low tide, for example) it can happen. Usually I can tell that I've grabbed one before it starts to wrap up and I stop immediately when I feel the drag and tilt the engine and all is good as it slips off. Using a boat hook can help unwrap it (even with a swim platform like yours)... but I do carry a serrated knife on a stick just in case. BUT... I first grab the trap end of the rope so that I can tie it back together.

 

[Skybolt]

Foam/gelcoat? It's HDPE.

They were screwed from the bottom because it looks better and wrapping a line is not a common thing on these kinds of boats. But, sure, I can see where doing that can be helpful.

One of the places I do a lot of boating is coastal Maine... lobster traps. Now, I typically keep a watchful eye out and avoid the ropes. But on rare occasions (a running low tide, for example) it can happen. Usually I can tell that I've grabbed one before it starts to wrap up and I stop immediately when I feel the drag and tilt the engine and all is good as it slips off. Using a boat hook can help unwrap it (even with a swim platform like yours)... but I do carry a serrated knife on a stick just in case. BUT... I first grab the trap end of the rope so that I can tie it back together.

I can't believe YOU actually responded this thread. I almost did but didn't hit post ...

But I do feel you on the lobster pot thing, man was it bad in the LI Sound.

 

[bbwhitejr]

Foam/gelcoat? It's HDPE.

They were screwed from the bottom because it looks better and wrapping a line is not a common thing on these kinds of boats. But, sure, I can see where doing that can be helpful.

One of the places I do a lot of boating is coastal Maine... lobster traps. Now, I typically keep a watchful eye out and avoid the ropes. But on rare occasions (a running low tide, for example) it can happen. Usually I can tell that I've grabbed one before it starts to wrap up and I stop immediately when I feel the drag and tilt the engine and all is good as it slips off. Using a boat hook can help unwrap it (even with a swim platform like yours)... but I do carry a serrated knife on a stick just in case. BUT... I first grab the trap end of the rope so that I can tie it back together.

Why not just bail off into the water and untie it?



Bennett

 

[Lazy Daze]

Why not just bail off into the water and untie it?



Bennett

61* water. But there have been times when that's the only choice. It's pretty rare that there's an issue, though. It's funny... I'll go swimming no problem - but getting in off the boat out in the middle of the channel just seems soooo much colder

Oh... 61* water -- in case it wasn't clear the first time

 

[Espos4]

Ropes do get fouled and it is claustrophobic working underwater, under the overhanging platform. Searay had put the screwheads on the underside of the platform on my boat.

So how do you reach the prop from above with that extra fin in the way?

 

[Espos4]

The lip under the access port on my swim platform is big enough that the screws can be inserted from above. This would allow untangling a rope from the prop without using the mask and fins. Don't countersink them too deep as it seems like foam covered with thick gel coat.View attachment 139001

Ok here is a 200 Select (same boat as your signature)
Where exactly is the access hole and how the hell can you reach the prop??
Just trim up and it’s nearly out of the water and looks to be extended past the swim platform.

 

[GypsmJim]

First of all, if you had an outboard, there would be no problem.
Second of all, if you had a kicker like many of us do, there would be no problem.
Thirdly, if you were smart and had an account with TowBoatUs, there would be no problem.

But most importantly, the stingray was most definitely the cause of the problem in the first place.

 

[Lazy Daze]

Espos4... excellent points in posts #13 & #14. It didn't even dawn on me to think about that. I guess I assumed if someone posted about the platform hole being good access to the prop that they would know what's best since it's their own boat.

 

[blaster]

Perhaps the answer is to install some razor cutters to the hydrofoil which will slice and dice all of that rogue “rope” like a ginsu knife.

 

[Arminius]

Remove the lid, raise the drive, and take an image looking down through the port.