My Hobie mirage drive jammed.

[driftwood]

There is a flat side on the center of the shaft drive. Is the set screw sitting tight on the flat part of the shaft? make sure it is... here is a video notice the flat part in the center of the shaft.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpAgDo5lb0I

[jorluivil]

Had the same thing happen to my drives, couldn't figure out what the issue was until I finally spent time doing a little investigating. Reset the metal rod, tightened the set screw, haven't had any issues since.

[da22y]

Originally Posted by driftwood

There is a flat side on the center of the shaft drive. Is the set screw sitting tight on the flat part of the shaft? make sure it is... here is a video notice the flat part in the center of the shaft.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpAgDo5lb0I

Great info video.
Hope these little smart "modification" can be built in future Hobie product.
Not everyone have a Dremel tool in home....

Thanks