KE7 Prop shaft Adapter spacer

[squierka39]

Garry, I think your right in that nothing is available to streamline the KE lower unit. Your only mistake is that it’s not a thru hub exhaust. It’s an old green tank Merc.

[garry-in-michigan]

I didn’t say it was. I have never owned a Mercury. My experience has only been with Evinrude & Elto. However we did extensive propeller testing with several lower unit styles. The "through the hub exhaust" was the most extreme example I could think of. On the other hand, one of our members was selling cow horn ends to epoxy on to the front of the gearcase for a more streamlined appearance . . . 😀

[mikesea]

Correct

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9/16" Prop Shaft for KE4, Mark7 and KE7 is Part # 44-22399 smooth shaft
KF7 and KG7 have a 5/8" Prop Shaft 44-24487 with splines for fiber/metal discs clutch
KG4 has Prop Shaft Part # 44-24569 smooth shaft

It is possible to mix parts and create some interesting alternatives. I do not know that there
would be any reason to do so ,but, it is possible to have a KE4 7 1/2 hp with a KF7, KG7 or
KG4 prop shaft and case .or the other way around too ,for that matter.
It can get real creative on the Dark Side.

[mikesea]

Oh GT’s,
I like the Dark Side LOL. I guess run what you have and if none of your props fit smooth shafts install a Splined one. Yes, I have a KE7 in the picture with a 5/8 smooth shaft, also my KG4 has a 5/8 smooth one. But that doesn’t mean they will stay that way in my hands. I would really like to find an affordable Quicky or Speed type lower unit Tall would be fine don’t need a short one.
Thanks,
Mike 😉

[dave-bernard]

I have a Quickie tower and lower complete if you need .
1 914 310 7086. Dave.

[mikesea]

Hi Dave,
I will call you tomorrow after noon.
Mike

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