I was cleaning the motor/prop the other day and noticed that I have about 1/8" of play in my prop on my evinrude xp 150. And if I turn the prop it sounds like it is in gear alittle. Does this sound like I need the bearings and seals replaced in the lower unit?
Most likely not a problem, may need to have the shift cable adjusted.
When I say play, I mean if I was to push and pull on the prop by standing in front of it. If that is normal than thats good. Just wanted to check. Thanks
There will be a bit of play in the shaft, is the prop tight?
yes, the prop is tight on the shaft. My dad has a 50hp mariner and it has no play in it at all. I just wanted to make sure I didnt loose a 400 dollar prop in the water.
You should have your shift linkage adjusted or you may be shortening the life of the syncro-dogs. Also never ease your shift into gear, do it quickly and crisply.
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