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. This 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
The 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. These 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 shaft. The splines on the drive shaft are inserted into the engine
coupler, allowing energy to be transferred to the drive. This alignment
should be inspected periodically or after running aground.
Stern Drive Removal
The stern drive should only be removed by a professional. The stern
drive should be removed or inspected after failure, in particular, after
water enters the power trim fl uid or bellows. It is best to leave stern
drive removal to a marine professional or your Regal dealer.
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