Johnson Service Bulletin SB-875-A - Propeller Straightening Fixture Modification

March 19, 1963. Johnson describes a 5/16-inch radius modification to propeller straightening fixture 377537, with before-and-after factory photographs.

Johnson Motors Service Bulletin letterhead
March 19, 1963
Bulletin No. SB-875-A
SUBJECT: Modification of Propeller Straightening Fixture #377537 for #377635 prop (8¼ x 8½) 10 h.p. QD(L)-19 through QD(L)-24
We have found it necessary to modify #377537 propeller fixture - providing additional clearance to the propeller blade at its base segment. This will eliminate interference between propeller and fixture and prevent possible mis-pitching during the straightening process. Merely grind a 5/16 radius on #377537 fixture as shown in figure 2.
Original factory comparison showing propeller fixture before modification and after grinding a 5/16 inch radius
FIGURE 1 BEFORE MODIFICATION
FIGURE 2 AFTER MODIFICATION
All #377537 propeller fixtures in OMC Parts Depot have received this modification, therefore, this bulletin does not apply to future purchases of this item.
Sincerely, JOHNSON MOTORS
Robert Compton Service Department
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NOTE: Post on your 10 h.p. index. File behind Bulletin No. SB-875