Skippy, the swap went pretty well. The SE116 came with well documented instructions that made the OMC to Merc-style conversion (used by the SE116) pretty easy. I've done lighter duty to moderate automotive repairs for several years, but by no means am I an expert tech. My friend and I were able...
Re: Change OMC Control for SE116 drive swap?
I received the drive Friday and got the two halves put together yesterday. Rick, you are correct in that it does not have a dipstick. It does appear to have a connection for a reservoir though right by the shift linkage (see pic). My only issue is...
Hey guys,
I have a 1989 Bayliner 2152 Capri Cuddy OMC 5.8L. I'm getting ready to swap my busted-up Cobra drive to a Sterndrive Engineering SE116 drive. The SEI website says:
"The throw of the shifter must be changed. You may need to purchase a new shifter if your current one cannot change...
