groove in shaft

[oaklander]

Any ideas on how to repair a groove in the drive shaft of an outboard motor caused by a seal?

 

[ezeke]

Re: groove in shaft

Depending on the motor, you may be able to change the position of the seal(s) or shim it to a position that is not worn.

Repairing the driveshaft groove is top level welders' work.

 

[freddyray21]

Re: groove in shaft

not a real good way. The problem is you can fill it in with JB, but if it's not perfect it will let the shaft wobble and the seal will not seal. Better to see if you can get a way for the seal to sit on a different part of the shaft. I have been sucessful in putting a thin washer under the seal letting the seal ride on a different area of the shaft.

 

[mthieme]

Re: groove in shaft

Another option would be to have a machinist sleeve it.

 

[Faztbullet]

Re: groove in shaft

I use speedi sleeves that can be purchased at bearing supply houses. I have been repairing shafts this way for years, mostly the Merc inlines. Sleeve is 26.00 and installs in few minutes. Here is a link if anyone wants to see what they are..

www.skf.com/files/100131.pdf

 

[mthieme]

Re: groove in shaft

Cool product. Doesn't get any easier or cheaper.