How to set Preload on alpha 1 gen 1 (2) bravo

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2. Separate Mercruiser outdrive upper from lower unit

3. Remove U-joint gear bearing assembly from upper unit

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[kidrocking]

Must say though.... I have thought that your series is the most complete! I personally just ripped my gen 2 apart and i reference your vids very often. Excellent work mate!

[DIYwithMichaelBorders]

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1. CDI inch pound torque wrench tutorial review


2. Separate Mercruiser outdrive upper from lower unit


3. Remove U-joint gear bearing assembly from upper unit


4. Build assemble outdrive upper unit stand


5. Best outdrive lower unit stand - assemble review


6. How to assemble 6ft Craftsman workbench


7. Adding drawers to workbench


8. How to install Swivel Vise onto workbench

[kidrocking]

Hey Mike... I think you may have overloaded the bearings with 61 in-lbs of force. That wrench you are using is newton meters.

[richardtucker]

You mentioned on the slip fit that the nut gets torqued to 80 pounds. Is that foot pound, or inch pounds? If this is the procedure, then why even buy the special nut and washer if the old bearings and gears are being reused?

[MikeSsuncoasttrains]

I installed a used good set if bearings and gears in my alpha one 1988. Now it whines . I did not do this preload. I did not use a torque wrench . I could turn the shaft with my hand prior to installing. Can'timagine it's too loose??.

[dhrarend-janvanbulzen]

Jou forget the clamp in the middele of the bearing 🤦🏻‍♂️