Propulsion devices and methods of making propulsion devices that align propeller blades for marine vessels

A method for making a propulsion device for a marine vessel, the method comprising:

• configuring a base for coupling to the marine vessel, the base having sides that extend downwardly from the marine vessel;
• pivotally coupling a propulsor to the base, the propulsor being pivotable into and between a deployed position and a stowed position, wherein the propulsor comprises a propeller having a hub with blades extending away therefrom, and wherein the propulsor is configured to propel the marine vessel in water when in the deployed position by rotating the propeller;
• and
• coupling an alignment device between the propeller and the base, wherein the alignment device is configured to align the blades of the propeller between the sides of the base when the propulsor is in the stowed position.