Outdrive shaft into coupler

[pontosquantos]

I have installed a new motor into my boat, the motor is a mercruiser 260. I was wondering how far does the outdrive shaft go into the coupler. My alignment is perfect. I used a proper alignment tool which goes in and out easily. The outdrive also went in with ease. When I look at the shaft fitted into the coupler I can see about 3/4" of the splines of the outdrive shaft visible. Is this normal ? this picture shows the shaft in the coupler

 

[Bondo]

Ayuh,.... That looks 'bout right,...

Did ya grease the splines, before ya stabbed the drive,..??

 

[alldodge]

It doesn't go all the way in, if you didn't touch the transom or transom assembly you should be good

 

[pontosquantos]

Thanks for the replies,
the shaft is greased. I did rebuild the transom. I used the exact same thickness as the original. Just wanted to make sure it was right as this is my first boat rebuild.
thanks again.