re-mounting drive shaft flange

[David Fox]

Any suggestions on "pressing" the engine end flange back onto the drive shaft. I pulled the shaft as part of replacing the cutless bearing and am not sure how to "press" the flange back on. Also is there a recommended lubricant or "anti-sieze' compound that shuold be used for the flange and propeller before replacing on the brass drive shaft? Thanks in advance for the helpDave

 

[Jim McCue]

antiseize

Check you local auto repair fort antisieze compund used on oxygen sensor threads.. J. McCue

 

[Tony Marshall]

Hi Dave,I don't own a Hunter now but I do a lot of machine work.Have you tried dry-ice on the shaft and a little heat on the flange? With any luck the Flange will slip right on. Also make sure your mating surfaces are clean of any corrosion.Good luck,Tony