20 Hp 1996 Mercury

[derktibbs]

Hey all.. I just received a 14" Starcraft with a 20 hp mercury as a gift from my grandfather when I got back from Iraq for the second time. The motor runs great but the prop is not pushing the boat. It is not turning and if it is turning its bare minimal. What can i do to fix this issue?
Derick

 

[JB]

Re: 20 Hp 1996 Mercury

Ahoy, Derick.

Welcome home and welcome to iboats.

Could be that your shifter isn't getting the gearcase into gear. That seems most likely if the prop turneth not at all.

If the prop is actually trying to turn, then you may have a "spun" hub in the prop. A prop shop can rehub it for a lot less than a new prop.

Good luck, and thank you for your service.