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CHAPTER 7
It is advantageous to carry the needed tools to change propellers. Use
the following procedure to remove stern drive propellers.
This method provides a safety margin from sharp propeller blades
especially those with stainless steel propellers. A 2” x 4” piece of wood
placed across the ventilation plate allows safe removal of propeller.
With propeller units you may need to add a shim to the 2” x 4” piece
of wood to remove the propeller safely. Some of these units use 2
locknuts, one for each propeller. Below are drawings showing selected
propeller shaft hardware. See the engine manufacturer’s owners manual
for further information.
TYPICAL PROPELLER CHANGING
PROPELLER SHAFT NUT
ZINC ANODE
2X4 WOOD
COUNTERCLOCKWISE
TO LOOSEN
CLOCKWISE
TO TIGHTEN
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