Can mercury 200 lower unit threads be recut?

[ba_50]

I have a Mercury 200 lower unit that had the threads somwhat flattend out by taking out the prop shaft and gear, etc. There may be be a little crossthreading too.

Can a mechanic recut these threads and is it worth it? I intend to sell it. Thanks.

 

[lilmandavis]

Re: Can mercury 200 lower unit threads be recut?

are you talking about the carrier housing retainer threads?

 

[ba_50]

Re: Can mercury 200 lower unit threads be recut?

That sounds right. It's where the carrier and prop assembly goes in at. It's probably 3" across.

 

[ba_50]

Re: Can mercury 200 lower unit threads be recut?

Yes, it is the bearing carrier area.

 

[lilmandavis]

Re: Can mercury 200 lower unit threads be recut?

find a good machine shop that specializes in line boring and mill work. not an automotive shop, but a real machine shop.