Addendum to previous note: As I recalled after the previous note: 1. Putting in the new cutlass bearing is done by sliding it up the prop shaft (after taking off the prop), and "urging" it into place via a piece of PVC tubing that is longer than the length of prop shaft from the bottom end to the bearing strut. 2. There is some concern about not pushing the prop shaft too much as that can damage the coupling between the engine drive shaft and the prop shaft. (As a rule, I always get the "good ole boy" to help with these projects - beer, dinner certificates, trade of favors, cash are always a lot cheaper than the "yard" and better done.) Usually areas have a storage area where owners do their own work. Ask around and you can buy a boat, fix it up yourself, and can do okay financially. And remember old saying "God doesn't count among your allotted hours on Earth, the hours spent sailing - or working on your boat." Bob (3587) Bob
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