Chrysler 35HP slow

[CaptOchs]

I'm having trouble with my Chrysler 35 HP. The engine runs really smooth. When I take it out on the water at idle speed it runs fine. As soon as I accelerate the engine seems to be disconnected from the prop. Almost like the prop popped out of the water. The engine revs high until you back it down, then it falls back into slow idle. I checked the cable and it's adjusted right. Any ideas?

 

[jerryjerry05]

Re: Chrysler 35HP slow

Sounds like the hub on the prop has spun.Jerry

 

[CaptOchs]

Re: Chrysler 35HP slow

Would that be inside the lower end unit or on the prop itself? The book is ordered but I don't have it yet and I'm running out of nice days left.

Thanks

 

[jim_b_20653]

Re: Chrysler 35HP slow

The "Hub" is part of the prop. It is normally made of rubber that is tightly pressed between the inner metal part of the prop that splines on the output shaft, and the outer shell of the prop. It's purpose is to prevent damage to the lower unit by impact with an underwater object. This hub absorbs the impart instead of the expensive output shaft and allows you to still get home, albeit at a lower speed.
Replace your prop and you should be fine.