Michigan Wheel 211 XHS Hub Kit for Evinrude/Johnson 40-70 HP, 13-Spline 3-3/8 Inch Gearcase
The Michigan Wheel 211 is an XHS Xchangeable Hub Kit built for Evinrude and Johnson outboards with a 13-spline, 3-3/8 inch gearcase, matching the 40-70 HP power range. It is designed for use with Vortex and Apollo prop housings, letting you convert a compatible propeller to the XHS interchangeable hub system rather than replacing the whole prop when the hub wears out.
At the core of the kit is a Delrin cushioned sleeve that absorbs the impact and torsional stress created every time the outboard shifts gears. The sleeve is engineered to spin under significant impact loads, which protects the gearcase, shaft, and lower unit from shock damage that would otherwise be transmitted straight through a solid hub. This makes the 211 a practical choice both as a replacement hub for a worn-out kit and as an upgrade for boaters who want a shock-absorbing buffer built into their prop setup.
Because the XHS system is exchangeable, the 211 hub kit works with the Vortex and Apollo prop housings across the 40-70 HP Evinrude/Johnson lineup that uses the 13-spline, 3-3/8 inch gearcase, without requiring a full prop swap.
Specifications
- Brand: Michigan Wheel
- Manufacturer Part Number: 211
- Product Type: XHS Hub Kit
- Compatible Engine Brand: Evinrude/Johnson
- Horsepower Range: 40-70 HP
- Spline Count: 13-spline
- Gearcase Diameter: 3-3/8 inches
- Compatible Prop Housings: Vortex, Apollo
- Hub Sleeve Material: Delrin (cushioned)
- Finish: Brushed
- Product Dimensions: 5 x 2.25 x 2.25 inches
- Weight: 0.9 pounds
- UPC: 014984024709
Fitment
- Evinrude/Johnson outboards, 40-70 HP
- 13-spline, 3-3/8 inch gearcase
- Vortex and Apollo prop housings
Frequently Asked Questions
What engines does the Michigan Wheel 211 XHS Hub Kit fit? The 211 is designed for Evinrude/Johnson outboards in the 40-70 HP range that use a 13-spline, 3-3/8 inch gearcase.
Which prop housings work with this hub kit? The Michigan Wheel 211 is built for use with Vortex and Apollo prop housings.
What material is the hub sleeve made from? A Delrin cushioned sleeve makes up the impact-absorbing hub in the 211 kit, chosen for its ability to spin under significant impact loads.
Why would I need an exchangeable hub kit instead of a new propeller? An XHS hub kit like the 211 lets you replace just the worn or damaged hub inside a compatible Vortex or Apollo propeller instead of buying an entirely new prop.
How much does the 211 hub kit weigh? The Michigan Wheel 211 XHS Hub Kit weighs 0.9 pounds.
What are the dimensions of the 211 hub kit? Product dimensions for the 211 hub kit are 5 x 2.25 x 2.25 inches.
Does the 211 hub kit include the OEM attachment hardware? No. All OEM attachment hardware must be removed from the existing setup before installing the XHS 211 hub kit, and the shaft taper must be visible during installation.
Is the 211 hub kit a universal fit or specific to one gearcase size? It is specific: the 211 is sized for a 13-spline, 3-3/8 inch Evinrude/Johnson gearcase rather than a one-size-fits-all fit.
What protects the lower unit when using this hub kit? The Delrin cushioned sleeve in the Michigan Wheel 211 absorbs the shifting impact and is designed to spin under heavy load, shielding the lower unit from shock damage.
Is the Michigan Wheel 211 a genuine Michigan Wheel part? Yes, the 211 XHS Hub Kit is manufactured by Michigan Wheel as part of its XHS Xchangeable Hub Propeller Series.
What horsepower range is the 211 hub kit rated for? It is rated for Evinrude/Johnson outboards in the 40-70 HP range.