Power trim hoses

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dceonline

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Hello

Have a trim motor and the 2 cylinders that fit a 1972 Mercury 800 - but need the hoses. Is there a good place to get these at a good price that someone could recommend?? Thanks
 
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Re: Power trim hoses

I've had NAPA build a set of hydraulic hoses for an I/O before. Also, do you have a marine salvage yard nearby?
 
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dceonline

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Re: Power trim hoses

Hi thanks - boat only freshwater use. I was under the impression that these were sold as a 'set' for this unit but that's not what I'm finding. Seem quite pricey individually through some local shops - how much should these things cost? I have seen a few used sets go on ebay included with pumps for $150-$200. I'll try the salvage idea too.
 
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dceonline

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Re: Power trim hoses

Just a followup question to this - I'm being told to ONLY get new hoses. Is this true? Maybe I should rephrase that (because of course the recommendation would be to go new) - Is there a reason that used hoses should not be used - even if they are in good shape? I'm looking at a set of pretty good looking used hoses for this for $100, and the seller has guaranty of no leaks. Worth it? Or, as a shop is telling me out here, am I looking for trouble? Thanks
 
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Chris1956

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Re: Power trim hoses

dceonline, I would think used hoses are OK to use. My hoses are 29 years old, and I have replaced only one so far.
 
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ozziebob

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Re: Power trim hoses

These hoses are the ones that feed the twin rams that are positioned on the outside of the engine? Here in oz they are about $100 new from marine power international. (original) given the exchange rate $100 second hand doesn't sound so good
 
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