Need Prop help !!!!

[bustout]

I bought a boat w/ 200hp yamaha and wanted to remove the prop and replace with one with a different pitch

the problem is that there is a mc gard prop nut lock on it so i can't get a standard wrench on there. previous owner does not have the key.

where do i go from here?

thanks in advance
jack

[Joe LaGrone]

Marine dealers & hardwars stores usually carry McGard locks.
Or find them on the internet & McGard can help you

[Joe LaGrone]

www.mcgard.com

[StogieMan]

Joe, unless you have the "key code" which came with the original purchases you will not be able to get a key from McGuard, at least I don't think so? Back in the day when i was in the tire business this was a common thing, lost key and in need of tires. Tool trucks sell removal kits (Matco, Mac.Snap-On) or if you have a hammer and a 12 point socket you don't mind ruining the socket you can bash it on over the top of the lock and get it off that way, also I have had limited success with a "Sharp" chisel, cut a slot and once that is established you hammer in the "off" direction (left or counter clockwise) ......Ron