Will a Merc '77 IL6 gearcase fit a '93 Merc V6

Chris1956

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I have both of the subject gearcases on hand. I have always heard that the L6 gearcases would fit a V6. The driveshaft dia and splines seem to be the same. The driveshaft is a bit shorter than the V6. The L6 gearcase sems to be a bit different than the V6 gearcase, but by 1/8 to 1/4" as measured with a ruler.

Has anyone done this swap?
 
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