Mercury and Force lower unit compatibility

vab53

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Can I use a lower unit from a 1997 Force 120 on a 2001 Mercury 125 with both being 25"? If yes, are there any drawbacks or potential problems (i.e. different gear ratio, different propeller)? Thanks in advanced.
 

Faztbullet

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Re: Mercury and Force lower unit compatibility

Yes it will bolt up but no it will not work as the 97 is a 3 jaw and the 01 is a 6 jaw. The only way to make it work would be to change the shift rod and linkage back to the 97 style.....
 
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