Broken MaCauley inner bulkhead ring

[Bartman]

Flew back today from a weekend beach trip and when washing the plane the missing piece fell to the ground when I turned the prop. My wife was helping wash and she heard it hit the ground and said “that didn’t sound good”.  No doubt it wasn’t snug enough last time I had the dynamic balance done. We both enjoyed an OH CRAP moment together followed by a beer. 
 

I’ve had this plane since 2007 and basically done nothing to the prop or the governor but the blades have been dressed several times so I doubt they would pass. I’m thinking new McCauley C212 for $12,836 per their website. 

[N201MKTurbo]

It probably failed because it wasn’t taped properly. Can’t imagine buying a new prop because of it. If you want the prop overhauled, have it overhauled, and let the shop decide if the blades are too far gone. They are probably OK. 

[Bartman]

My wife was there when the piece hit the asphalt and she said buy a new propeller.  I’m pretty sure it is best I not argue. 

[N201MKTurbo]

It still seems silly to buy a new prop because of a bad spinner bulkhead.