How is the end of a tailshaft fitted?
How is the end of a tailshaft fitted? A large nut is fastened and locked in place on the end of the tailshaft: a cone is then bolted over the end of the tailshaft to provide a smooth flow of water from the propeller. One method of keyless propeller fitting is the oil injection system. When to reject a tailshaft marine survey shaft? Therefore if crack depth deeper than 1.5 % or shaft diameter (shaft being rule size) the shaft shall be rejected. Repairs of corroded or cracked shafts within limits given above shall be smoothly ground out to reduce...