Replacing prop shaft

[Gregmacdog]

How do you disconnect the prop shaft from the coupling at the transmission, Do I need special tools, Or?
Thanks in advance for the insight.

[lively]

un bolt the couplers and put a socket between the couplers that is a smaller ID as the shaft , remove set screws and lube holes with WD-40 and

re install bolts , and tighten to pull the coupler and push the shaft out ..

use heat if it is a bugger ..

dont use hammers or bang on the couplers

[docdrs]

Here is a pic of what you are working with

http://www.moomba.com/msgboard/showthread.php?15524-Prop-Shaft-Coupler-Removal

[Gregmacdog]

Thank You for all the info and pictures.

[lively]

the way i explained is the way you would remove with it still in the boat , of course use a puller if its off the boat .. great pics !

[docdrs]

the way i explained is the way you would remove with it still in the boat , of course use a puller if its off the boat .. great pics !


You are exactly right , I was just adding to what you said and helping him visualize with some pics.

[Gregmacdog]

Thanks for all the info.
I appreciate all the insight.