Solas Rubex interchangeable propeller hub kit RBX-105 is an engine- and drive-specific mounting kit for New Saturn and HR TITAN Rubex propellers. This variant is intended for Volvo Penta SX and OMC/Cobra SX sterndrives from model year 1994 and newer with a 19-spline propeller shaft and a 4 3/4" gearcase.
RBX-105 is part of the Rubex Interchangeable Hub System, where the interchangeable rubber-based propeller hub transfers power between the propeller shaft and the propeller. The rubber construction reduces vibrations and mechanical noise, and provides up to 10° of elastic deflection, which contributes to smoother gear shifting and cushioning of impacts from underwater objects.
The hub kit features an aluminum core and belongs to SOLAS propeller category E. The current hub part number is 17075300. The mounting kit includes thrust washer 81013250, Rubex hub 81023750, and rear spacer 81053750. The original cotter pin is reused and is not included.
During installation, the thrust washer is positioned correctly against the propeller shaft taper, after which the RBX hub is inserted from the boat side of the propeller with the hub's splines facing forward. The propeller shaft is greased, the propeller is pushed onto the shaft, and the rear spacer is installed when the drive application requires it. The shaft nut must be tightened to the torque specified in the engine or drive manual.
RBX-105 can be used with both right- and left-rotating compatible propellers and is therefore not limited to left-hand rotation. Documented compatible New Saturn propellers include part numbers 52.532.02, 52.532.03, 52.532.04, 52.532.05, 52.532.06, and 52.532.07.
Cross-references
Quicksilver Flo-Torq: 835270Q1
Mercury Flo-Torq: 835270A1
Michigan Wheel: XHS II 205
Always check the drive model, model year, gearcase size, number of splines, and original part number before purchasing. The engine must be turned off and in neutral before servicing the propeller.
Key featuresInterchangeable Rubex propeller hub kit
Model RBX-105
For Volvo Penta SX and OMC/Cobra SX from 1994
19 splines and 4 3/4" gearcase
Rubber-based hub with aluminum core
Up to 10° elastic deflection
For New Saturn and HR TITAN Rubex propellers
Thrust washer, Rubex hub, and rear spacer included
Original cotter pin not included