Aside from drag, I don't see what harm having it is neutral could do to the mechanical systems. That said, if I recall correctly, the MarTec prop folks suggest putting it in reverse temporarily to rotate the prop blades into a neutral position...but that could just be something I imagined.
Tom Buscaglia S/V Alera 1990 C&C 37+/40 Vashon WA P 206.463.9200 > On Jun 8, 2016, at 9:06 AM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > > Message: 6 > Date: Wed, 8 Jun 2016 09:05:42 -0400 > From: David Knecht <davidakne...@gmail.com> > To: CnC CnC discussion list <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > Subject: Re: Stus-List Transmission in forward or reverse while > sailing? > Message-ID: <cc3239bb-3ac8-46c7-9c72-c0a940bd3...@gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > Mine recommends reverse but also says the transmission will be damaged if > left in forward. Not sure why. Dave > >> On Jun 8, 2016, at 7:16 AM, Gary Russell via CnC-List >> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: >> >> >> The answer may depend on what make of transmission you have, but my Hurth >> transmission recommends reverse. If your prop is spinning in forward, I >> would suggest that is not good. I would recommend reverse. Some >> transmission, I'm told, have the oil pump on the input shaft, so there is no >> lubrication when the engine is stopped. That's one reason you want to make >> sure the prop is not free-wheeling. The other reason, of course, is drag. >> >> Gary >> S/V Kaylarah >> '90 C&C 37+ >> East Greenwich, RI, USA >> >> >> ~~~~~~~_/)~~~~~~ _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All Contributions are greatly appreciated!
