Hi, shoud I try the rubber mallet with 4x4 backing or not?
Any suggestions?
I realize it is risky, but never tried it before.
This really pulls hard to the right.
72 50hp Evinrude.
Thanks, Skyler
The main function of the skeg is to protect the prop. I'd leave it alone. - - - - - For what it is worth both of mine are bent (twins) and the boat does not pull.
The local prop shop fixes skegs also; straightens or rebuilds as required. If you have one (local prop shop) you might check with them for costs and ideas.
Should you attempt to bend that skeg back yourself, be sure to wear safety goggles/glasses. I did not one time with dreadful results.
It can be done using a big (BIG) hammer on one side of the skeg, then using a slightly smaller hammer to beat the skeg on the other side (Body Shop Scenario). Worse case.... you break it off, but any propeller repair shop can heli arc a new skeg back so that it looks like new.
Hopefully by now you have repaired this, if not use a deadblow hammer. It has a plastic face and use a steel block or big hammer on the opposite side of where you are hitting it. It will bend with no problem, start slow and you will have no problem.
