Re: 1988 125HP Force Impeller help needed
Yes, but for starters, it is always better to have the manual. You can find them on ebay for about $20. The impeller is going to be located on the very top of the lower unit. So it simply consists of removing the lower unit, remove the impeller housing and voila, the imeller. The sierra part number is
18-3251. Now, when you remove the exhaust snout, there is a hidden screw within the exhaust that needs to be removed in order to remove the lower unit. Also, when installing the impeller it is slightly oversized and off center. The veins will be bent in a certain direction, be sure you install it the same way and lightly grease the inside of the impeller housing and the impeller before assembly. An extra pair of hands will assist in putting it back together. When lining up the drive shaft you may need to put it in gear, turning the prop while in gear will turn your driveshaft to line it up directly. Ther is also a small cotter pin in the shift rod that needs to be removed before dropping the lower unit. It's a fairly simple process, just remeber the cotter pin and the screw in the exhaust, the rest you will see for yourself. Have fun and good luck!!!
