DRIVE SHAFT / PROPELLER SHAFT MODELS
SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 23
Page 8F-18
90-861326--1 MARCH 1999
2. Check that bore of coupling is 90 degrees from coupling flange. Replace coupling if
needle moves.
a
b
c
d
a -
V-Blocks
b -
Dial Indicator
c -
Coupling Flange - Rotate One Complete Turn
d -
Shaft Against Block To Prevent Fore And Aft Movement
Strut
Refer to boat manufacturer’s service manual for alignment and replacement. Normally, the
shaft should be centered in the cutlass bearing. Shims (placed between the strut and hull)
are used to align the strut to the shaft.
71091
a
b
a -
Strut
b -
Cutlass Bearing
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