Is There a Repair Kit for Corrosion on the Gymbal Housing?

[KM7]

Do you think a metal fabricator could match the diameter of the original piece and even include a grove like the original?

 

[Lou C]

Aluminum is pretty soft, I would ask around, a place that fixes lower units might be able to do it. And then it's done right the first time.

 

[Horigan]

Do you think a metal fabricator could match the diameter of the original piece and even include a grove like the original?

If you're able to do it with JB Weld, they'll be able to do it with aluminum.

 

[briangcc]

Do you think a metal fabricator could match the diameter of the original piece and even include a grove like the original?

Any welder worth his/her salt can do that with their eyes closed. I wouldn't hesitate to track down a TIG welder to have them address it.

They'll build it up with a bead or three then grind it back down to match the existing.

 

[KM7]

I had a welder take a look, and he thought it would be tough to weld even after cutting off the most corroded part. He said that, even if he could do it, it might take 4 -5 hrs at $120/hr = $600. I have spent $250 on parts, gimbal bearing, bellows, sealer etc. I will be paying $150 to remove the bearing, and possibly $200 for new U-Joints. + labor. I Know ... B O A T = Bring On Another Thousand!! I even talked to a very experienced boat shop owner who suggested using "Marine-Tex"