1993 Hunter 33.5 Shaft Coupling removal

[Paul and Judy]

I am going to change my cutlass bearing, and PSS Shaft Seal. I am in need of mentoring here. What is the best way to remove the shaft coupling at the engine, I am looking at the Buck Algonquin Flange puller for this. What is the best way to do this ? Once the coupling is removed is it recommended that it be replaced or reinstalled? Once the PSS seal is removed can the propeller shaft seal be removed without taking off the prop? With a new cutlass bearing installed can the shaft easily be reinstalled. Is there anything special to do or just pull on the shaft. I have good information on removing and replacing the cutlass bearing. Any and all information provided regarding these procedures will be read with great interest.
Thanks in advance

 

[ggrizzard]

I just had it done in a yard. The coupling at the prop shaft would not break free.
My 1979 H30C is older than yours, but it may require cutting the bolts with a saw.
Once that is done and you remove the PSS, the shaft should slide aft sufficiently to remove the cutlass bearing (after removing the prop and assuming the shaft will slide past the rudder).
And yes, I'd replace the coupling.

 

[nveater]

I am interested in your responses I had the engine removed on my 94 33.5 for some reconditioning and didn't have much trouble removing the shaft from transmission- but I am a little hesitant about the coupler. I want to install a PYI shaft seal

 

[whatfiero]

Guy's you don't need any special tools to remove couplings just a good socket set and 2 sets longer bolts . put a hose clamp or vicegrip on shaft if ya gonna do in water to keep from sinking the boat . separate coupling drop a socket out the set slightly smaller than shaft size in space between shafts install longer bolts to coupling loosen set screws on shaft and tighten, repeate with deep well socket and longer bolts if first socket not enough