Michigan Wheel 228 XHS II Hub Kit for Evinrude E-TEC G2 15-Spline Gearcases

The Michigan Wheel 228 is an XHS II Xchangeable Hub Kit built for Evinrude E-TEC G2 outboards with 15-spline G2 gearcases. It supplies the exchangeable cushioning hub system that protects the lower unit by allowing the propeller hub to spin under sudden shock loads, such as hitting debris or shifting gears abruptly, rather than transmitting that impact directly into the gearcase. At the core of the kit is a Delrin cushioned sleeve that absorbs the impact and stress of shifting and protects the drivetrain from damage.

This hub kit is designed for use with Vortex and Apollo prop housings and is interchangeable with Mercury's Flo-Torq II hub system, making the 228 a practical option for outboard owners who need a replacement hub or want a spare on hand. The kit ships as a single ambidextrous unit finished in gold. It installs as part of a standard propeller hub replacement or rebuild and is intended for use with the specific Evinrude E-TEC G2 15-spline G2 gearcase fitment noted below.

Specifications

• Brand: Michigan Wheel
• Manufacturer Part Number: 228
• Product Line: XHS II Xchangeable Hub Kit
• Color/Finish: Gold
• Material: Rubber (with Delrin cushioned sleeve)
• Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Item Dimensions: 5 x 4 x 2 inches
• Number of Items: 1
• Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
• Compatible Prop Housings: Vortex and Apollo
• Hub System Interchange: Mercury Flo-Torq II
• Warranty: 1-year limited warranty
• UPC: 014984022019

Fitment

• Evinrude E-TEC G2 outboards with 15-spline G2 gearcase

Replaces (OEM)

No OEM cross-reference numbers apply to this part number.

Frequently Asked Questions

What outboards does the Michigan Wheel 228 hub kit fit? The 228 is built for Evinrude E-TEC G2 outboards equipped with the 15-spline G2 gearcase.

Is the 228 an exchangeable hub kit? Yes, the Michigan Wheel 228 is part of the XHS II Xchangeable Hub Kit series, which uses a replaceable Delrin cushioned sleeve rather than a fixed hub.

What does the Delrin cushioned sleeve do? It absorbs the impact and stress created by shifting gears, allowing the hub in the 228 kit to spin under significant shock loads to protect the lower unit.

Will the Michigan Wheel 228 work with a Mercury Flo-Torq II prop? The 228 hub kit is interchangeable with Mercury's Flo-Torq II hub system, so it can be used as a compatible replacement within that hub interchange.

What prop housings is this hub kit designed for? The 228 is designed for use with Vortex and Apollo prop housings.

How much does the 228 hub kit weigh? The Michigan Wheel 228 hub kit weighs 1.3 pounds.

What are the dimensions of the 228 hub kit? The item measures 5 x 4 x 2 inches.

How many pieces come in the 228 hub kit? The kit includes 1 hub kit unit for the Evinrude E-TEC G2 15-spline gearcase.

Is the Michigan Wheel 228 hub kit side-specific (port or starboard)? No, the 228 hub kit has an ambidextrous hand orientation and is not side-specific.

What color is the Michigan Wheel 228 hub kit? It has a gold finish.

Does the 228 come with a warranty? The Michigan Wheel 228 hub kit is backed by a 1-year limited warranty.

What is the 228 hub kit made of? The hub kit is made of rubber and includes a Delrin cushioned sleeve as the cushioning component.