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olcah
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    I use brass instead of stainless on 1950s 25 and 30 HP thinking that the brass will break more easily and provide greater protection, maybe even protecting the old rubber in a clutch type prop. The brass rod seems to work well. I boat on lakes. If it was on the ocean I might feel differently.