How much front to back movement if any should the prop shafts have on my 2005 250XSs?
How much front to back movement if any should the prop shafts have on my 2005 250XSs?
Not sure how to properly measure but I would call it about 1/8" of movement front to back.
This can be "technically measured" utilizing a dial indicator, and appropriate clamp device to hold it.
Approximately 1/8" is acceptable. Excessive "end play" in the prop shaft is a sign of:
-Improperly seated or torqued bearing carrier (or a worn bearing carrier)
-Worn or damaged thrust washers on the reverse gear or propshaft
-Worn or damaged bearings at the forward gear
(A few other possibilities also exist).
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