Hello folks,
We have a new-to-us 2002 386. Under sail, we lose a full knot when the prop is locked. When left to spin, we are far faster. So, what I want to ask is:
Thanks
We have a new-to-us 2002 386. Under sail, we lose a full knot when the prop is locked. When left to spin, we are far faster. So, what I want to ask is:
- Does anyone else record this outcome?
- My owner's manual does not tell me if it should be locked or free,
- or am I missing something and ought to pull the transmission engage button;
- Is there is a problem with the 386 in letting the prop spin? That is, do I need the engine lubrication?
- When I let it spin though, there is vibration and a whub-whub-whub under sail.
Thanks