Hello all, I need some help.
We were running a lake and hit a rock shoal and did some damage to lower unit . The biggest issue is the prop shaft is bent and has a distinct wobble. I have ordered parts but I can't seem to get the prop shaft out to assess damage. My main question is does the shift shaft need to be removed to pull the prop shaft / lower gears? I can get shaft and housing partly out but hangs up and seems to be stuck on the shift shaft and I don't know if it is because of damage or that is how it is designed.
Second question is the level of difficulty of rebuilding the gears on a new shaft. I have a service manual on the way but are any special tools required to rebuild the gears and clutch dog?
Thanks in advance and I may have more questions as I get further into the project. I would usually take it to a professional mechanic but most are working on limited service so I am attempting it on my own.
We were running a lake and hit a rock shoal and did some damage to lower unit . The biggest issue is the prop shaft is bent and has a distinct wobble. I have ordered parts but I can't seem to get the prop shaft out to assess damage. My main question is does the shift shaft need to be removed to pull the prop shaft / lower gears? I can get shaft and housing partly out but hangs up and seems to be stuck on the shift shaft and I don't know if it is because of damage or that is how it is designed.
Second question is the level of difficulty of rebuilding the gears on a new shaft. I have a service manual on the way but are any special tools required to rebuild the gears and clutch dog?
Thanks in advance and I may have more questions as I get further into the project. I would usually take it to a professional mechanic but most are working on limited service so I am attempting it on my own.