Mercury MerCruiser D2.8L D-Tronic Service Manual page 866

PROPELLER SHAFT MODELS
4. Ensure that all propeller blades are the same pitch and that propeller is properly seated
on shaft. Rotate propeller at least one complete turn and check at three different points
on blades. Repair or replace if necessary.
NOTE: Hold metal straight edge to rudder with a C-clamp or equivalent.
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b
a - Metal Straight Edge
b - Rudder
c - Propeller Blades
c
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SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 22