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Old 01-14-2017, 02:13 PM   #10
Ken E.
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Originally Posted by GoldenDawn View Post
I have to tow my Kadey Krogen 42 later today and not having done this, am wondering if I will need to brake the shaft? The transmission is a "Velvet Drive" on the Ford Lehman 135.

And am guessing that the issue is overheating the transmission fluid? Our tow is estimated to take 2hr @ 5 knots and I can monitor the transmission temperature.

Why am I asking the Forum? I am having trouble reaching my regular mechanic.
You might check your gear's website, Borg Warner I think, for what they say about towing. It should be in the owners manual. The Alison gears I've had in the past forbid it, but my current Twin Disc gears allow the props to be freewheeled, checking the temp periodically. Since you're being towed, your engine is inop (?) If you can start the engine, it will also cool the gear down. But for your 2 hour trip at 5 kts, you likely need not be too concerned.
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