RDG603A11 - Issue 10 - Shire 14 85, 130 WB Owners
Manual Page 13 of 52
4.
Shaft Connection and Propeller selection
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Some type of flexible coupling must be used to connect the gearbox output flange to
the propeller shaft flange. Various coupling flanges are widely available to assist with
this.
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Please note, underperforming engines will not be covered under warranty if the
cause of the poor performance is found to be the use of an inappropriate propeller.
5.
Engine Anti-Vibration Mounts
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Ensure that the engine feet do not end up at the top of the thread on the engine
mounts, this puts undue pressure on them and can result in excessive engine
movement and premature mount failure. Mount the engine using the steel packing
plates supplied under the engine mounts RDG3906, see general arrangement
drawings.
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Ensure that the engine has been installed for at least 24 hours before shaft
alignment is checked, this allows the mounts time to settle under the engine weight.
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Ensure that the anti-vibration mount centre screw is sufficiently raised so as not to
touch the engine bed. If this occurs excessive engine vibration will be experienced
through the hull.
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For best results, fit the front anti vibration mounts into the front holes in the engine
rails. If engine room space is a problem the mounts can be fitted slightly further back
in alternative holes, and the front of the rail cut off
–
leaving 50mm of material to
retain strength (measuring from the centre of the mount hole to the front end of the
rail).
Note:
this procedure is only possible on non E Kit/VDO TravelPower engines,
and may result in a very slight increase in vibration. The hole positions are show in
Figure 3-6
.
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The Anti Vibration mounts have a small number stamped into them, a Shire 14 85
has
“
55
”
(Shore Hardness), and a Shire 14 130 has
“
65
”
(Shore Hardness). For Part
Summary of Contents for SHIRE 14 85 WB
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