prop guide

[mike12]

Hi! Just got the Hub off the prop shaft on my 1973 merc.7.5 hp. Behind the hub and butting up to the Bearing Carrier is what mercury calls a propeller guide or collar. Was this suppose to come off with the prop and do I need to replace it? I need to replace the Bearing Carrier seal,what is best way to take off propeller guide? Thanks for Your Help!!!

 

[moderator1]

Re: prop guide

I believe you mean the thrust washer....It might take a small puller to bust it free, or protect the outer edges of the gearcase and use 3 screwdrivers...

 

[mike12]

Re: prop guide

Thanks for reply moderator1! and you may be right but Mercury has it listed as Part# 86665A1 and calls it a collar or propeller guide.Looks like it fits against back of prop? Any Help Appreciated! Thanks, Mike

 

[mike12]

Re: prop guide

You were right moderator1 I went to BAM web sight and put in part#86665A1 and it pulled up as a Thrust Washer. Thanks again for your help now i have to find a puller that will work. Mike

 

[walleyehed]

Re: prop guide

Do you have access to a slide hammer????

 

[mike12]

Re: prop guide

Thanks Kenny that did the trick!!! Got every thing cleaned up and waiting for my prop to be rehubed. I would like to replace the front seal and roller bearing in the bearing carrier can this be done without pulling the prop shaft? Thanks again!!! Mike