Angled props

Discussion in 'Propulsion' started by ChuckR, May 8, 2008.

  1. ChuckR

    ChuckR Active Member

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    If my props are angled towards the center of the ship will this have a bad effect on my propulsion.
     
  2. djranier

    djranier Well-Known Member

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    The props, or the stuffing tubes? If its single rudder, you want to slightly angle them in, so more water passes over the rudder from the prop wash, if dual rudder its not necessary.
     
  3. ChuckR

    ChuckR Active Member

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    thanks djranier, thats what I was think too. my ship is dual rudder.