Prop nut Torque/size?
Prop nut Torque/size?
04-29-2002 | 03:11 PM
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From: Lake Eufaula, Ok.
It should be 1 1/16". I have never torque a prop down, just snug it up good & hit the clench washer tabs. I have never lost a prop yet. I would think if it was torqued tight, the thrust washer would bind on the shaft. Just my .02....
Merc says 55 ft lbs, then line up the lock washer. Nut size is 1 1/16th"
04-29-2002 | 09:26 PM
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From: ohio
Your right! manual says 55 ft/lbs MINIMUM. Ive got one of the earliest Bravo operating booklets that says 75 and thats what Ive always done. Im sure 55 would be fine. Ive never broken a shaft or had a prop loosen. I have wiped out quite a few thrust washers.
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