Thrust washer stuck to shaft

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nickjcpa

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trying to replace the prop on my 120 force. Thrust washer is stuck to shaft. tapped on it with rubber hammer. Ready to hit it with the big hammer. Any suggestions on how to get it off without damaging anything.(i have a new thrust washer). Also a lot a fishing line on shaft behind washer.
 
Gary H NC

Gary H NC

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Re: Thrust washer stuck to shaft

Keep tapping it with a hammer,it should pop loose.Grease the prop shaft good before putting the new one on..
 
Frank Acampora

Frank Acampora

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Re: Thrust washer stuck to shaft

If tapping with a hammer doesn't get it loose: That part is a sintered part. Sintering is a process where by powdered metal is heated and pressed together to form the part. It tends to be brittle. So, Take a cold chised and give it a few good whacks with a hammer. It should break apart and come off the shaft. The 22 ounce fine adjusting tool is better than the 16 ounce fine adjusting tool. Three pound psycology works best though.
 
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