should an output shaft have play in it

I went to put a prop on my boat and noticed play in the output shaft. it was a pull in and out motion

No woories.....that's normal.
There's always about 1/4" to 1/2" play! http://xs-s.com/zf/images/smile/emthup.gif

thank ohiochamp183 when are you gen to take me out on erie an show me around http://www.bassboatcentral.com/smileys/popcorn.gif