27 Operator's Manual.. - Marlow-Hunter, LLC
27 Operator's Manual.. - Marlow-Hunter, LLC
27 Operator's Manual.. - Marlow-Hunter, LLC
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<strong>Hunter</strong> <strong>27</strong> • Underwater Gear<br />
6.1.4 Struts<br />
Each propeller shaft is supported by manganese bronze<br />
struts fastened to the bottom of the hull. The struts have<br />
replaceable bearings to minimize wear and to protect<br />
the shaft at the points where it passes through the strut<br />
hubs. The strut bearings should be inspected annually<br />
and replaced as necessary. Location of the struts can be<br />
found in the Underwater Gear Components illustrations<br />
at the end of this chapter.<br />
6.2 Steering Components<br />
! DANGER !<br />
Keep clear of moving steering parts at all times. Protect<br />
moving parts from access during normal use!<br />
6.2.1 Steering System<br />
6.1.5 Shaft Log / Stuffing Box<br />
The shaft log is a fiberglass tube inserted into an opening<br />
in the bottom of the boat aft, for the propeller shaft.<br />
A short length of flexible hose connects the shaft stuffing<br />
box to the shaft log. See fig. 6.1.<br />
The stuffing box keeps water from leaking around the<br />
shaft into the boat. The stuffing box has a Flex packing<br />
system.<br />
WHEEL<br />
HANDRAIL<br />
COMPASS<br />
SHIFT LEVER<br />
SHIFT PEDESTAL<br />
The shaft seal assemblies should be inspected at least<br />
annually.<br />
STEERING PEDESTAL<br />
RUDDER<br />
STOCK<br />
SEE LEWMAR PROVIDED MATERIAL<br />
FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON<br />
COMPONENTS, MAINTENANCE, ETC<br />
Figure 6.4<br />
6.1.6 Alignment<br />
Aligning the engine with the propeller shaft is critical for<br />
smooth operation of your boat. Shaft alignment may<br />
change slightly after your boat is in use. Your dealer<br />
should check alignment as part of commissioning, particularly<br />
if there is vibration, a drumming sound, or loss<br />
of RPM’s.<br />
If alignment is necessary, see your authorized service<br />
technician.<br />
The steering system on your boat uses a rack and pinion<br />
setup that connect the wheel to the steering gear via a<br />
direct drag link. Fig. 6.4 gives you a view at some of the<br />
basic components of this system.<br />
To keep it in the top operating condition please read your<br />
manual supplied in your owner’s packet. This manual contains<br />
all the system requirements and maintenance requirements<br />
to keep your steering system working for years.<br />
6.3
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