Changing my old prop out and put a 10 5/8 prop on my 1971 mercury 500 50hp....checking to make sure everything fits I notice that the prop is going to contact the trim tab.......Curious since the prop is actualy 1/8 smaller than the one the spec sheet calls for. So, was wondering will it hurt anything if I grind a bit away from the trim tab, trying to keep the same angle on the front? Or can I run without it? Any help is appreciated.
Terry
Terry