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1966 merc 500 50hp 4 cyl 2 stroke driveshaft removal

Ed B

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I need to remove the driveshaft on my 1966 merc500/50hp 4cyl 2 stroke and have it serviced. I can't get a box head or socket on it. Where do I find the tool that will fit on the nut holding the pinion gear on the drive shaft? Is there an easy way to make one? Thanks for the help.

Ed B
 
Re: 1966 merc500/50 4 cyl 2 stroke driveshaft removal

Ed;

I have a 1968 merc 500 and I can easily get a socket in there. Are you sure that you have a nut on the end of the shaft, holding the pinion in or do you have a bolt with a locking tab washer. You have to release the locking tab to get the socket to fit. You should be able to find out with an inspection mirror.

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