{"product_id":"michigan-wheel-217-xhs-xchangeable-hub-kit-for-suzuki-40-60-hp-outboards-replaces-58100-88l83","title":"Michigan Wheel XHS Hub Kit 217 for Yamaha Outboard 13-Spline, 3-1\/2 Inch Gearcase","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Michigan Wheel XHS Hub Kit, part number 217, is an exchangeable hub kit built for Yamaha outboards with a 13-spline, 3-1\/2 inch gearcase. It is designed for use with Vortex and Apollo prop housings, giving boaters a way to replace a worn hub or keep a spare on hand without replacing the entire propeller. At the core of the kit is a Delrin cushioned sleeve that absorbs the impact and stress created when the outboard shifts gears. This sleeve is engineered to spin under significant impact, which protects the lower unit from shock loads that would otherwise transfer straight through the prop and gearcase. Because the hub is exchangeable, it lets an existing Vortex or Apollo style propeller be rebuilt with a fresh cushioning sleeve rather than requiring a full propeller purchase. This makes it a practical option both as a scheduled maintenance replacement part and as a spare kept aboard for unexpected hub failure. The kit is sized specifically for the 13-spline, 3-1\/2 inch Yamaha outboard gearcase, so fitment is limited to outboards matching that spline count and gearcase diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Michigan Wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 217\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Propeller Hub Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delrin cushioned sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 pound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 x 2.25 x 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpline Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13-spline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGearcase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-1\/2 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Prop Housings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vortex, Apollo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eYamaha Outboard, 13-spline, 3-1\/2 inch gearcase\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Michigan Wheel 217 hub kit used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e Part number 217 is an exchangeable propeller hub kit that replaces the cushioning sleeve inside a Vortex or Apollo style propeller hub, restoring shock absorption without buying a whole new propeller.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill hub kit 217 fit my Yamaha outboard?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is sized for Yamaha outboards with a 13-spline, 3-1\/2 inch gearcase; it is not a fit for other spline counts or gearcase diameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat prop housings work with the 217 hub kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The kit is designed for use with Vortex and Apollo prop housings only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the cushioning sleeve made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e The sleeve in the Michigan Wheel 217 hub kit is made of Delrin, chosen for its ability to absorb shifting impact repeatedly without breaking down.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the hub kit protect the outboard's lower unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Delrin sleeve is designed to spin under significant impact, which absorbs shock from gear shifting and shifting loads before that stress can reach the lower unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the 217 hub kit weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Michigan Wheel 217 hub kit weighs 1 pound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the package dimensions of part number 217?\u003c\/strong\u003e It ships in a package measuring 5 x 2.25 x 2 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 217 hub kit a genuine Michigan Wheel part?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, part number 217 is a genuine Michigan Wheel XHS Hub Kit, not an aftermarket copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this kit as a spare instead of a replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, since it is an exchangeable hub kit, boaters commonly keep the Michigan Wheel 217 on hand as a spare for their Vortex or Apollo prop housing in case the current hub fails.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes hub kit 217 include the propeller blades?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the 217 kit is the exchangeable hub and Delrin cushioned sleeve only, intended to be installed into an existing Vortex or Apollo prop housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat spline count does the 217 hub kit require?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is built for a 13-spline gearcase; installing it on a different spline count is not supported.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michigan Wheel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48991274926299,"sku":"MIW-117","price":43.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/Michigan-Wheel-Hub-Kit__77958.1722510053.500.750.jpg?v=1785188618","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/michigan-wheel-217-xhs-xchangeable-hub-kit-for-suzuki-40-60-hp-outboards-replaces-58100-88l83","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}