FORWARD BAD- REVERSE GOOD?

[Aquadzac Captain]

88 Bayliner Capri 24.5 foot Sunbridge<br />OMC<br />COBRA OUTDRIVE<br />350 GM<br />600CFM eldebrock<br /><br />Just cruising at low speed and then "BAM" the foward gear blew? I think its the lower unit. It goes into gear reverse but not forward on any adjustment? <br /><br />QUESTION: How hard for a beginner to change out the gears or is it better for a professional to do it? What should be the basic cost for replacment? Any suggestions...thanks all.

 

[KaGee]

Re: FORWARD BAD- REVERSE GOOD?

Definetly the lower unit is where to start. <br /><br />As for the beginner, you need some special tools to do the job. i'd say leave that one to a Pro.<br /><br />Personally, I'd be looking for a lower on Ebay or a salvage yard. Then I would be checking out your shift cable and adjustments.

 

[adamk523]

Re: FORWARD BAD- REVERSE GOOD?

I just replaced my lower unit on a mercruiser. Part was genuine mercruiser and ran about $1900 with shipping. This was brand new. Rebuilts are less, and you will get some money back for your core, if it is rebuildbale.

 

[Aquadzac Captain]

Re: FORWARD BAD- REVERSE GOOD?

Thank you for the feedback. I did go out this morning and attempted to take down the lower unit and pulled it down 3 inches and found out that I had to also take out the upper unit to release the shaft. Live and learn! Off to a Marine Shop, TOO BAD OKLAHOMA CITY IS lacking quaility workmanship....