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Old May 3rd, 2009, 02:37 AM
dalonbart dalonbart is offline
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Question 1978 140hp Mercury water pump needs changing

I'm about to buy a 1978 merc. 140 hp and was told it needs a water pump replaced and it costs about $30.00. Is this price correct? Is it fairly easy to change these yourself or do I need to take in to a repair shop..
Any help would be awesome.Thanks for your time, Chris Bartelt
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Old May 3rd, 2009, 04:31 AM
crappiejig crappiejig is offline
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Default Re: 1978 140hp Mercury water pump needs changing

The price quoted is about right for just the impeller, which pumps the water. There may be a few other gaskets and seals you may want to replace as part of the job. Invest in a manual and you can do the job if mechanically inclined. You can get a diagram of your water pump at any number of online sellers of merc parts. Good luck.
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