can i use spare drive shaft for gimbal alignment

[BILL INGRAHAM]

VP SX-M style transom set up.i don't have an alignment tool but do have a spare u joint shaft assy. i would like to leave the o-rings off and use it to check alignment.

 

[Bondo]

Re: can i use spare drive shaft for gimbal alignment

Ayuh,... It won't tell you Anything other than it'll go in or not...
The diameter is All Wrong....

 

[zbnutcase]

Re: can i use spare drive shaft for gimbal alignment

It is possible in a pinch, but you would be far better off using the correct alignment tool.

 

[ken_23434]

Re: can i use spare drive shaft for gimbal alignment

You can get the tool on Ebay for about $50 usually. It is highly recommended to check the alignment each year when you winterize the boat and pull the drive to check bellows, gimbal bearing etc...

 

[BILL INGRAHAM]

Re: can i use spare drive shaft for gimbal alignment

where are the dimensions different?

 

[bruceb58]

Re: can i use spare drive shaft for gimbal alignment

The alignment tool does not have the splines. This helps you determine if the alignment is up or down by being able to see the marks in the grease on the end of the tool.

 

[180shabah]

Re: can i use spare drive shaft for gimbal alignment

Get the tool.

 

[PitchFork]

Re: can i use spare drive shaft for gimbal alignment

eBay $26 + $14 for shipping = cheap insurance