Removing 1977 Johnson 75 Propeller Shaft

[uminchuman]

I can't get the propeller shaft out of my Johnson 75 (Stinger). I have the drive shaft (or output shaft) out and the pinion gear out of the way. The shifter is pushed down into reverse and the shift rod is out. I think the propeller shaft should just pull out. It feels like something is holding it. Is it possibly just 'tight' and needs more force to get it started moving??

 

[F_R]

Re: Removing 1977 Johnson 75 Propeller Shaft

Nope, there is a lever engaged with the plunger that is pinned to the clutch dog. Sorry, too many years and too many tears since I've had one apart to remember the details.

 

[boobie]

Re: Removing 1977 Johnson 75 Propeller Shaft

Put your prop on it and just the prop nut with a few turns. Then use the prop for a puller and see what happens. Don't force it.

 

[uminchuman]

Re: Removing 1977 Johnson 75 Propeller Shaft

Well, I bolted the lower unit to the motor, so it was 'anchored' and I could pull on the shaft.
I just kept working it and saw that I was moving it, so kept going and it came out.
I didn't end up using the prop to pull with, but probably should have......
Pretty dirty in there from bad seals. I guess that had a lot to do with it being so tight.
Now... I'd like to get the pinion gear/forward gear/seals for a decent price. Any ideas where the best prices are???

Tips much appreciated....