Chapter 3
STERN DRIVE BASICS
Inboard/outboard drives, or stern drives, make it easier to control
your boat. Your Regal comes standard with either a Mercury or
Volvo stern drive. is drive is what converts the power produced by
the engine into the force required to spin a propeller. It is important
that you read the stern drive manual carefully and become familiar
with the operation as well as necessary maintenance on the drive unit
components. Pay careful attention to the section on winterization if
you live in freezing climates. Extensive damage can result if proper
winter storage is not followed.
Stern Drive Mounts
e stern drive attaches to your vessel via the transom assembly.
It is through this assembly that the engine passes its energy to the
stern drive to spin the propeller. ese mounts should be inspected
by a marine professional periodically.
Stern Drive Alignment
Your stern drive unit connects to the engine coupler by use of the
drive sha . e splines on the drive sha are inserted into the
engine coupler, allowing energy to be transferred to the drive.
is alignment should be inspected periodically or a er running
aground.
Stern Drive Removal
e stern drive should only be removed by a professional. e stern
drive should be removed or inspected a er failure, in particular,
a er water enters the power trim uid or bellows. It is best to leave
stern drive removal to a marine professional or your Regal dealer.
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