Replace those old oar blades!
by JD on December 31, 2008
You think maybe it's time for some new blades??
If you’ve got old, damaged blades on your drift boat oars, it’s time to change them out since winter steelhead season is now kicking into high gear. Don’t put it off! It’s quick and easy and will greatly improve your boat’s performance (and safety). Here’s how:
First, use a blade to break the seal at the joint where the shaft and blade meet.
Next, remove the screw that locks the blade into the shaft.
Now, wedge the old blade somewhere solid so you can twist it off.
Insert the new blade, hit the hole with some waterproof caulk and replace the screw.
Let the goop set overnight and BINGO...you're done! Now, wasn't that easy??
Tagged as: blades, boat repair, drift boat, driftboat, dynelite blades, fixing old blades, oars, replacing old driftboat blades, sawyer
{ 2 comments… read them below or add one }
JD……….I HAVE A 16′ WIDE BOTTOM. I HAVE 9′ WOODEN OARS AND I AM CONSIDERING PURCHASING NEW OARS. WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT 10′ OARS ON A BOAT THAT SIZE, WILL THEY GIVE MORE OARING POWER OR WILL THEY BE TOO LONG?
Hey Lee, check out the front page…I turned your question into an “Ask JD.” Thanks for the email!