Lower unit question

crankit

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I have a Johnson 175 Faststrike and was wondering how free the prop should turn when the boat is in neutral. It seems a little stiff to me. I guess what got me concerned is that I turned the prop on a Yamaha motor at it seemed to spin very freely after you let go. Is this normal or should I be concerned. There are no grinding noises or anything unusual.

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Crankit
 

Joe Reeves

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Re: Lower unit question

In neutral, unit full of the proper lube...... if you can turn the propeller easily with one finger, that's fine. It's not going to continue spinning.
 

crankit

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Re: Lower unit question

Thanks Joe, It turns easy just different compared to the Yamaha.
 
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