Help Needed To Remove Prop Shaft

[fallingeggs]

Here are some pics to help anyone else with the same problem.



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Now I just need to measure for a replacement.

Now that I got the shaft out I Maine Compassed my cutless bearing:





Fits like a glove.


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[Boatyarddog]

Good job, hanging in there my friend , I know it can be a daunting task.
But, also rewarding to DIY.
Freedom in that.😊


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[Xlantic]

Well done!

It looks like the cut-through at the keeper slot was decisive.

[MacLeod_R]

If it helps, this is how I removed a very stubborn couple on my CS36T. Key was high tensile threaded rod. Soft metal rod (from local hardware store) allowed the nuts to compress the threads and the nuts jammed. All purchase extra SS nuts. you will round a few off in the process. Spacer to push shaft out was a 5/8 socket.

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[Boatyarddog]

Originally Posted by MacLeod_R

If it helps, this is how I removed a very stubborn couple on my CS36T. Key was high tensile threaded rod. Soft metal rod (from local hardware store) allowed the nuts to compress the threads and the nuts jammed. All purchase extra SS nuts. you will round a few off in the process. Spacer to push shaft out was a 5/8 socket.



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He got it done!


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[Boatyarddog]

Originally Posted by Boatyarddog

He got it done!


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Fine threaded high grade bolts and nuts work well.


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[SVJennie]

If you haven't done it already, may I suggest putting an anti-seize compound twixt your new coupling and the shaft. If the fit is too snug, then I would suggest taking some metal off the inside of the coupling.