concrete66
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"I have a 1999 Bayliner Capri
"I have a 1999 Bayliner Capri 2050SS w/ 5.0 Mercruiser.
Today while cruising at slow speeds (10-20 mph) the engine RPMs would surge up and down slightly.
Also, at higher speeds (45-50mph) it was running at 5,000+ RPMs which I know is not normal. There was no wind or any extra weight in the boat from the norm.
After I got it home on the trailer, I put it in gear (both Forward & Reverse), and was able to turn the prop (and shaft) freely by hand with a popping sound. I wasn't able to turn the prop the opposite direction of what ever gear that it was in at the time.
I was hoping that it was going to be a spun prop hub, but what possibly could be the issue.
I get the feeling that I'm looking at a pretty expensive bill???
Thanks in advance for your replies.
Steve"
"I have a 1999 Bayliner Capri 2050SS w/ 5.0 Mercruiser.
Today while cruising at slow speeds (10-20 mph) the engine RPMs would surge up and down slightly.
Also, at higher speeds (45-50mph) it was running at 5,000+ RPMs which I know is not normal. There was no wind or any extra weight in the boat from the norm.
After I got it home on the trailer, I put it in gear (both Forward & Reverse), and was able to turn the prop (and shaft) freely by hand with a popping sound. I wasn't able to turn the prop the opposite direction of what ever gear that it was in at the time.
I was hoping that it was going to be a spun prop hub, but what possibly could be the issue.
I get the feeling that I'm looking at a pretty expensive bill???
Thanks in advance for your replies.
Steve"