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    Replacing Seals

    I need to replace seals on my lower unit. I already replaced the drain plug gaskets. It still leaks. Are seals easy to replace or should I take it to a mechanic. I replaced the impeller and got the motor back together, but I'm guessing that seals are much more involved.<br /><br />The motor...
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    1963 Mercury 850 Reverse Gear

    1963 Mercury 850 (85hp) Reverse Gear<br /><br />Yesterday I was trying to locate new gears. I still probably need a new reverse gear, but I want to try adjusting the shifter before I yank the lower unit apart.<br /><br />My symptom is that when I'm in reverse the prop spins, but it rattles and...
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    1963 Mercury 850 Gears

    1963 Mercury 850 (85HP)<br /><br />I am riding out the remainder of this season with a weak reverse and leaking seals on my lower unit. I want to rebuild the entire lower unit this winter. I am looking for a good source for old gears. Can anyone help? Or does anyone have a lower unit you...
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