Turning Prop by Hand - Ease My Mind

[MN Ryan]

Yeah, this is a dumb newby question--bear with me, and be nice.

I put a new prop on today ('07 SV211 TE). I didn't get a chance to get it in the water, but when I turn the prop/driveshaft by hand on the trailer, it squeaks from the strut.

Please tell me this is normal and because it's dry. It didn't make noise in the water last weekend.

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[bturner]

Very normal. I once put the boat in gear accidentally when just popping the engine over. It howled like a coyote at midnight with a full money. Scared the heck out of me. It's fine.

[MN Ryan]

That's what I figured, but I needed reassurance. Thank you!!!

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[Jonny Quest]

Squirt some water/dish-soap mix onto the prop shaft before spinning. Smooooooth. If you ever need to engage your trans while on the trailer, that is a good way to keep your strut bearing from frying. [Safety notice: BE CAREFUL if you ever do this]

JQ

[MN Ryan]

Got a quick lake test in today. Everything is peachy (as expected), and my new prop stayed in new condition. Thanks again, guys.

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