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I rebuilt my '85 OMC upper unit with new bearings, new seals and a new impeller. While the lower was apart I replaced the back-to-back seals at the upper thrust bearing and the prop shaft, plus the o-ring at the prop housing (big) and small around the 4 bolts. Also put new gaskets at shift...
I'm reassembling my '85 OMC 400 drive and am trying to work out the shimming procedure. My drive just got new bearings and seals - all shafts and gears are being reused. I saved the old shims and am trying to get them back where they belong...BUT I'd still like to check the clearances to make...
I have a 1985 Renken bowider, 17'. It has a "canvas" convertible top and bow cover that appears to be factory - has snaps screwd into the hull. They were made by a company called Brutus in the Carolinas. I can't find any info on Brutus, and Renken is long gone. Does anyone know where to get...
I have an '85 OMC 400 Stringer - mechanical shift. Its off and upper is apart for bearing replacement. During its last run in the driveway, it ratcheted when going into gear; I don't remember if it was F or R or both. What could cause such a thing? Lower oil is clean. I can pull the lower...
