New Lower Unit

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ctboater

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Hi:<br /><br />My lower unit on an 8-year old OMC 150 recently failed and needs to be replaced or rebuilt. The mechanic, who I have a lot of confidence in based on past work, told me that the gearcase is in bad shape and the housing is bent. He recommended against re-building, and quoted me $2800 for installing a new OMC lower unit, including parts and labor.<br /><br />Any thoughts on the price? Any opinions on using an aftermarket lower unit instead, which might save a few hundred bucks?<br /><br />Thanks in advance, this is one of the most useful sites on the Web.
 
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Re: New Lower Unit

Thanks JB, I was looking at that. Can you explain to me what the core deposit is? Sounds like you return some part of your old lower unit to them.<br /><br />Thanks,
 
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Re: New Lower Unit

Core means what they send you -- you send them. In this case it would be the lower unit. You may have to keep your shift shaft and / or upper driveshaft. The water pump you will replace anyway.<br /><br />Good luck!
 
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Re: New Lower Unit

sounds kinda high. you may check with a place I use in virginia and tell them what you need. I am not aware of anway to check the housing for warpage. try Rons marine and equipment in portsmouth VA 757 397 3451 good luck :)
 
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