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dbruesehoff
06-08-2016, 07:16 PM
Alright, I think I have about a dozen posts going right now so I figure why not one more. Can anyone tell me what this "clacking" sound is all about? Every time is does it the drive shaft jumps ever so slightly. I am guessing something in the trans that might either be going out or out of adjustment. Any thoughts? Is this something serious?


Edit: anyone able to explain how to post a video? I have tried everything including reducing the video size and nothing is working. I think you need to see the video to hear what is going on.
CJD
06-08-2016, 10:00 PM
Most frequently a clacking at the tranny is the flex plate going bad. Hopefully you have something else, as the tranny has to come out to replace the flex plate.
dbruesehoff
06-08-2016, 10:41 PM
I wish I could post the video. The noise and "jolt" when it happens is when the motor is idling and also when I have the throttle in the slowest forward position. When I am on plane and cruising the noise and jolt are gone. Still sound like the same issue?

If someone can help me get the video posted that would help clarify what the sound is.
dbruesehoff
06-08-2016, 11:16 PM
So after doing a lot more research on this forum I believe that this is my flex plate going bad. Sounds like the symptoms are spot on to that issue. Looks like another order to Skidim tomorrow so I can try to get back on the water this weekend.
Cusefan78
06-08-2016, 11:23 PM
Flex plate would be my guess.
dbruesehoff
06-08-2016, 11:58 PM
Here is a link to the video.

https://youtu.be/KrcvG29VF14
CJD
06-09-2016, 10:09 AM
Sorry, wish it was better news. The flex plate is relatively cheap. It's just a ton of labor to replace it.
dbruesehoff
06-09-2016, 10:45 AM
Yeah that's what I figured. I am working on trying to track one down. Skidim doesn't have one in stock. Anyone have any other places I should check? Would this be something I could get at a NAPA or similar?
SquamInboards
06-10-2016, 10:35 AM
I doubt you could get it at a NAPA or something... but it can't hurt to ask.

You could try White Lake Marine, they're a big PCM (via Correct Craft) dealer and have a fantastic parts department. Otherwise, Skidim is one of a very small number of online parts dealers that is a direct PCM dealer... maybe the only one that isn't also a marina.