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CA635
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT: If reusing tab washer, carefully inspect tabs for
cracks or other damage. Replace tab washer if condition is
questionable.
4 Apply a liberal coat of one of the following Quicksilver lubricants
to propeller shaft: Anti-Corrosion Grease, Special Lubricant 101, or
2-4-C Marine Lubricant with Teflon.
5 Slide thrust hub onto propeller shaft, with stepped side toward
propeller hub.
6 Install Flo-Torque II Drive Hub into propeller.
NOTE: The drive sleeve is tapered and will slide fully into the propel-
ler as the nut is tightened and properly torqued.
7 Align splines and place propeller on propeller shaft.
8 Install drive sleeve adapter and locking tab washer.
9 Install propeller nut. Tighten nut securely. A minimum of 55 lbs. ft.
(75 N·m) torque is required. Bend three tabs on tab washer down into
grooves in spline washer. After first use, bend the three tabs straight,
retighten propeller nut to minimum 55 lbs. ft. torque (75 N·m). Bend
tabs back down into spline washer. Check propeller at least after 20
hours of operation. Do not operate with loose propeller.