Can I save $ if I remove my LU myself for resealing

[Scali]

Do Shops/Mechanics/Marinas frown upon this ?<br />I did my impeller & WP gaskets but forgot my oil was getting milky towards end of last season.<br />Anyways, can I remove my LU myself bring it in for a reseal job & reinstall myself or is this frowned upon by the average marina ?<br />Also how much for a reseal job 1994 40 merc ?<br />thanks..

 

[roscoe]

Re: Can I save $ if I remove my LU myself for resealing

Sure, Lots of people do it.<br />They don't want your boat in their yard any more than you want to leave your boat sitting in their yard.<br /><br />Price?<br /><br />You might want to try changing the lube again and install new gaskets/washers on the drain and fill screws. They may be the cause of your leak. If it is still leaking after a few hours use, then have it resealed.

 

[Scali]

Re: Can I save $ if I remove my LU myself for resealing

thanks Cap.<br />I figured as much but wanted to ask.<br />I dont have that Merc tool & my time is limited these days.<br />I can drop my LU in less then 10 minutes but never did the seals before maybe this is best for the pros..<br />I've put new drain/fill gaskets on it allready, as matter O fact I've been swapping out the lube every 10 trips with elcheapo Lubrimatic so I dont lose the LU, I trailer & it's no biggie..<br />Anyone know of a ballpark price to reseal '94 40 Merc gearcase that I removed myself ?<br />thanks..