I know this topic has been talked about a time or two, so my apologies for bringing it up again. Here is my question - measuring from the top of the mounting bracket slot (which rests on top of the transom) to the cavitation plate I get EXACTELY 17.5"... So, is it a short or long shaft. It is...
I've heard several people say that the only difference between the two is the carb and if you put a carb from the 50 on the 40hp it will now produce 50hp. This sounds too easy, even if the basic block is the same i would think there would be differences in porting and possibly a different...
I just acquired a 98 40hp with a lower unit in need of new gears and bearings. I understand that these lower units are actually mercury lower units. Does that mean if I found a used one from a 98 mercury 40hp it would be an exact fit? What about different years (in either the force or merc...
