Begginer

[Bward42]

Ok I have a 1994 wellcraft excel 26' with a Volvo penta outdrive. I cannot find any information on this model is the engine the same as a chevy 305 or 350 also I am told that my prop can b a Rh or Lh because there is something u can switch on the outdrive. Reason I'm asking I spun a prop n looking to replace I but cannot find a 17 spline one long hull. Any info would b great

 

[Don S]

Re: Begginer

Post either the full model number (ALL the letters) or the serial number of your engine. Year doesn't work in marine engines.

 

[Bward42]

Re: Begginer

Under engine it says.
572 - ps
4100146146
868518

To the right of that it says
Sp-c
3102145368(0)5 can't tell if it's a 8 or 0
872200

 

[wellcraft19]

Re: Begginer

Should have no problems finding a propeller here at iBoats (or elsewhere) for that drive.
Just look for a propeller for "Aquamatic 290 (long hub)".

One link for 17" pitch here: http://boatpropellers.iboats.com/Volvo_Penta-Sterndrive-Propellers/?rotation=Standard&pitch=17.00&chart=97&engine_id=646&*******=001102022

And yes, propeller can be either LH or RH. You change that easily by moving the shift linkage under the little "cover" on the outdrive.
And if changing direction, you also have to adjust the little trim fin under the anti-ventilation plate. Else you'll have a serious amount of "torque steer" (maybe not so noticeable if power steering, but putting huge and unnecessary strain on steering components).

I'm not sure, but it seems like earlier Aquamatic came with LH props as standard, while later models seem to have RH. I have never figured out if there is a "real" difference...

 

[Bward42]

Re: Begginer

Ok great. Thank u so much for the info. It is greatly appreciated

 

[Bward42]

Re: Begginer

Now does it matter that my prop is a 15/19 not a 17 in

 

[Don S]

Re: Begginer

If you go to the link below, put in your serial number, you can download the owners manual for your engine and drive.


http://www.volvopenta.com/volvopent...lication_search/pages/publication_search.aspx