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Old 07-10-2007 | 12:01 PM
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Default RE: chunk out of prop, possible to fix.

Dave, any damaged prop should be only used thereafter for stirring paint. Now a chip off the end can be fixed by, just for example, cutting and smoothing off that 14-7 to a 13.5 -7, but it looks like you need a lot more cut off. Of course if you have use for a 11-7 with a wide blade, then A-OK. You can work it out.

NEVER fix a prop with glue. When I was around 14-15, LOOONG time ago, I lived way out in the country, and all was mail order which back then was WEEKS. I had only one 12-6 for that old CL model and that O&R .60. I splintered it about 1/2 way out, but using weldwood (I think) I glued it up. Couple days later, I proceeded to start it up. About 3 pops and I went back on my butt.
That blade caught me right under the left eyelash on the bone just above the eye. I never forget just how close that one was.

NEVER take any chances with anything that can hurt you especially when so close to your eyes. CHUCK it or stir paint.