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Propeller shaft
Propeller shaft, U-joint cross bearing
and sliding yoke should be regularly
greased. Failure to do so may result
in rapid wear and tear of the bearings
and centre bearing mountings.
Periodically check and if necessary,
tighten mountings of centre bearing
bracket to 8 mkg torque.
When disconnecting propeller shaft,
care must be taken to ensure that
arrow marks on rear propeller shaft
and sliding yoke are aligned during
reassembly. Tighten coupling flange
bolts to 7 mkg torque. When fitting
propeller shafts ensure all ‘U’-joint
yokes are in one plane. In case of
undue vibrations noticed on
propeller shafts, take necessary
corrective action.
4.7 Propeller shaft
Maintenance
U Joint yoke
Propeller shaft centre beaming
