Re: Gear head Case Assembly ENV 18hp

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July 10, 2017 at 3:02 pm #61358
fisherman6
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    There are no gears in this piece and it does not spin as mentioned before. What it does contain besides a pocket for the prop shaft seal is the bronze prop shaft bearing. It is an important piece and I would not classify it as "passive" myself. If the bearing is worn out or scored, it will accelerate wear of the rest of the gearcase components. That said, I know most of us don’t put tons of hours on these things every year and one in marginal condition will still allow you to enjoy a motor that would not otherwise be run and enjoyed at all.
    -Ben

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