As owner of a1985 Catalina 27, my wife asked yesterday while sailing, "Should the inboards transmission be in neutral or not ?" I am sure this has been discussed in the past, but it got me thinking. I feel it should be in neutral but I could be wrong. It certainly wouldn't be the first time, just ask my wife.
neutral or not?
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You MUST identify the type of transmission to determine the correct position.
If it's a Yanmar with a Kanzaki, this is the official word from them.
If it's a Yanmar with a Kanzaki, this is the official word from them.
I've seen the advisory that Ralph poster. Thanks Ralph. In addition, there are more modern packages that have the same, but sometimes different advisories. Call your tech support person to find the correct answer for your engine/transmission.
Yes, you are right this topic has been beat to death over the years. The findings are that some manufacturers advise to use neutral while others suggest the use of reverse. See what engine you have and follow the manufacturers recommendations.
I always wondered why there wasn't a way to post FAQ's. Click on a one-sentence description and get a list of the posts on the subject. I know, I know... that's what the search is for. But it seems people that post a new question don't even know about being able to search. So, I guess disregard this post???
On a Catalina you most likely have a Universal with a Hurth transmssion. That's what kloudie was suggesting: name the engine & transmission.
Transmissions: The right gear while under sail
Transmissions: The right gear while under sail
Start here; then follow the Yellowbrick Road.
http://forums.sailboatowners.com/index.php?threads/in-or-out-of-gear.177920/
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Then add folding prop or fixed, lots of variables. Yesterday was on a new to the captain Benetau 36 and was feeling a vibration, kicked it into reverse and it stopped, hadn't yet read the whole manual.
If you have a Hurth tranny, I've always read that it should be in reverse.
Why let your shaft & prop spin? This is unwanted wear-n-tear.
CR
Why let your shaft & prop spin? This is unwanted wear-n-tear.
CR