Prop shaft turns when engine is in gear

[waterlogged882]

Is this normal? '85 Skier with a PowerSlot that I just bought. I was checking the driveshaft alignment when I noticed no matter whether I put it in neutral, forward or reverse the shaft spins freely. Wouldn't it engage the engine and make it hard to turn?

Thanks

Creep. Common in the Velvet Drive. You can rebuild or run with it. I have run many hours on a creeper.

Do not put in gear, out of water.

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[sticknrudder]

Is this normal? '85 Skier with a PowerSlot that I just bought. I was checking the driveshaft alignment when I noticed no matter whether I put it in neutral, forward or reverse the shaft spins freely. Wouldn't it engage the engine and make it hard to turn?

Thanks