Abstract: A method of using an apparatus for straightening a propeller having an arbor press with two opposed inner surfaces. The opposed surfaces are spaced apart a sufficient distance to allow a propeller to fit between them with one opposed surface extending beyond the second opposed surface. Two pads are mounted on the first inner surface to support the propeller during the straightening procedure. One or both of the pads may be adjustable to more precisely locate the points of pressure that will be applied to the propeller to straighten it. A ram is mounted on the second inner surface to apply pressure to the propeller. A reinforcing ridge may be attached to the outer surface of the arbor press to provide rigidity during the propeller straightening procedure. To allow precision manipulation of the device under water, a floatation collar is fixed to the arbor press or the reinforcing ridge. The floatation has sufficient buoyancy to counteract the weight of the apparatus when under water.

Abstract: An apparatus for straightening a propeller has an arbor press with two opposed inner surfaces. The opposed surfaces are spaced apart a sufficient distance to allow a propeller to fit between them with one opposed surface extending beyond the second opposed surface. Two pads are mounted on the first inner surface to support the propeller during the straightening procedure. One or both of the pads may be adjustable to more precisely locate the points of pressure that will be applied to the propeller to straighten it. A ram is mounted on the second inner surface to apply pressure to the propeller. A reinforcing ridge may be attached to the outer surface of the arbor press to provide rigidity during the propeller straightening procedure. To allow precision manipulation of the device under water, a floatation collar is fixed to the arbor press or the reinforcing ridge. The floatation has sufficient buoyancy to counteract the weight of the apparatus when under water.