I have started to set up the prop shaft by installing the engine beds and drilling a pilot hole for the shaft. I started with an 8 mm pilot hole and now have in increased to 25 mm on the way to about 46 mm for the shaft log.

A plywood jig used to check the engine bearer alignment and establish a centre line for the shaft.

A plywood jig used to check the engine bearer alignment and establish a centre line for the shaft.

A broom handle used to get a rough alignment of the shaft. I have the shaft ready to use once the hole large enough.

A broom handle used to get a rough alignment of the shaft. I have the shaft ready to use once the hole is large enough.

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