prop set up

[Greg]

I'm sure we've had this discussion before, but how far away should the prop be from the rudder. I am talking specifically about a 6 cylinder skiff, but doubt if it would be that much different for any boat.

Greg

[screwit]

Greg, my skiff is 3" from tip of blade to rudder shaft and about 4" from hub to rudder
Ross

[Doc]

A closed fist between prop and rudder, don't forget 3/4" no more! between skeg and back of prop. To fit a prop puller. Prop nut should have a safety split pin or prop nut with additional lock nut. This is a requirement in boat racing today and could be a requirement for on water events later on.
Doc.