Josh, I do use a MacMaster shaft collar and it works well. The problem is that the PYI shaft collar does not slide easily on the prop shaft, so I can't push it aft to compress the bellows. Maybe some lubrication would help. And I won't loosen the PYI collar again on haul out, as your experience suggests.
But Jim - what is a zinc donut? No idea about that. Is it edible? Ah, Google revealed what they are. Eric > 'A regular zinc donut works well as a retainer, no need for fancy. It also > provides insurance against the shaft sliding out backwards if the coupler > and everything else lets go. > > Jim Watts > McMaster Carr has SS shaft collars which are relatively easy to install. > These are used and recommended a a redundant holding device. They could > also be used to hold the collar until the grub screws were set. > _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All Contributions are greatly appreciated!
