bent portion of the blade until straight. This procedure will assist
the operator in reaching port in order to fully repair / re-pitch the
propeller.
Use the following procedure to remove single stern drive propellers.
This method provides a safety margin from sharp propeller blades -
especially those with stainless steel propellers. The 2 x 4 when laid
across the ventilation plate allows safe removal of propellers. With
Volvo SX drives, remove the propshaft cotter key and splined washer
fi rst to access the nut. With MerCruiser Alpha Drives, make sure
the washer tabs are bent up before trying to remove the prop nut.
Turn your prop wrench counter-clockwise to loosen and clockwise
to tighten.
Typical Propeller Change
TYPICAL VOLVO PROPELLER INSTALLATION
To install a propeller on a volvo equipped propulsion package:
Coat the propeller shaft with the recommended marine
lubricant.
Place the thrust bushing on the prop shaft with inner taper
toward the gear case to match the taper on the propeller
shaft.
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