Mercruser prop replacement: Do I need a new hub kit?

[poconojoe]

Hi all, Noob here.
2003 185 Bayliner
4.3L Mercruser
Alpha one outdrive
I have a slightly damaged mercruser prop with about a 1/4" chunk out of one blade. I was wondering (if I bought the exact replacement) do I need the hub kit as well? Everything with my existing hub parts seem OK.
Being new at this powerboat sport, I wasn't sure if it was recommended to replace the hub as well.
Thanks,
Joe

 

[bilge rat jim]

Re: Mercruser prop replacement: Do I need a new hub kit?

Mercury recommends replacing the drive sleeve when replacing propellers. The sleeve can be purchased separately for about 20 bucks, or the complete flo-torq kit for $60.

 

[ken51k]

Re: Mercruser prop replacement: Do I need a new hub kit?

Your boat is ten years old the rubber is drying out on that hub I would get a new one. Keep this hub and prop as a spare in case you ever need one for an emergency.

 

[dan02gt]

Re: Mercruser prop replacement: Do I need a new hub kit?

Mercury recommends replacing the drive sleeve when replacing propellers. The sleeve can be purchased separately for about 20 bucks, or the complete flo-torq kit for $60.

Yep, just buy a new drive sleeve and keep the old one around so you have a spare.