The Prop Doctor of Key West

01/22/2025

Don’t let a dinged-up prop slow you down. At The Prop Doc of Key West, we specialize in bringing your boat’s propeller back to life—whether it’s repairs, balancing, or a complete replacement.

✅ Expert craftsmanship
✅ Fast turnaround
✅ Trusted by locals and pros

🛥️ Ready to get back on the water? Stop by or give us a call today. Let’s keep your adventures moving!

04/30/2023

Cutlass bearings are an essential part of your boat's propulsion system, helping to support the propeller shaft and reduce friction. Over time, these bearings can wear down and cause damage to your boat's shaft and other components.

That's why it's important to have your cutlass bearings inspected and replaced regularly by a professional like Key West Prop Doc. Our team has the expertise and equipment to ensure your boat is running smoothly and safely.

So if you're due for a cutlass bearing replacement, give us a call today! Your boat (and your wallet) will thank you. 💰💦

05/06/2021

07/25/2019

It’s fixed!

07/24/2019

Bent shaft? Let us determine what the best course of action is. We may be able to straighten it.

11/08/2018

http://boatsafe.com/nauticalknowhow/aground.htm

Despite all efforts to stay off shoals, beaches, or rocks, groundings do happen. It is said that there are only three kinds of skippers, those who have run aground, those who will run aground, and those that have but won't admit it. It is important that every boater be prepared for such an event wit...

10/12/2018

If your prop looks like this, come see me.

08/17/2018

Sometimes, in a rush, we forgot our basic safety in an attempt to resolve a problem.

In the news recently was a report of a man who was tubing getting severely injured when his leg was hit by the propeller of the boat that was pulling him. That urged me to remind all boaters of the danger of propeller strikes.

05/18/2018

https://www.sportfishingmag.com/propeller-choices-3-blade-or-4-blade-props-0

Outboard motor experts offer practical advice on how to choose between a three-blade and four-blade propeller for optimum fishing boat performance.

12/31/2017

http://www.boatus.com/magazine/archives/reasons-to-change-your-prop.asp

Choosing the wrong prop, or continuing to use a prop that is damaged, can not only cause your boat to perform poorly, it can increase fuel consumption and even damage your engine and transmission …

08/29/2017