Expensive - or not?

[JSMoore]

The gearbox on my 1997 Evinrude 90 Special is getting some water contamination in it and needs new seals, etc. The gearbox works perfectly - the seals are just going away. Can somebody give me an idea how much $$ to budget for the repair? (Will probably have the water pump rebuilt, as well)
Thanks!
JSMoore

 

[64osby]

Re: Expensive - or not?

Are you sending this out or doing it yourself?

 

[boobie]

Re: Expensive - or not?

If you're going to do this yourself, get an OEM Factory Service Manual.

 

[Bamaman1]

Re: Expensive - or not?

You're maybe talking $80 for a seal kit and another 2 hrs. for a mechanic to do the job. I was quoted $300 total.

If you go onto UTube, there are videos on how to replace the seals on Yamaha's. I have not checked for your brand.

Service Manuals are the best money you'll ever spend.

Don't be like me and ignore your gear case. My pontoon and Yamaha 115 hp 2 stroke was 26 years old, and used feet are rare. I can buy a new lower unit @ $845 out of Florida. I just bought a Bennington TriToon and a 150 Yamaha to replace it.

 

[JSMoore]

Re: Expensive - or not?

Will probably have a shop do the work. Thanks for the ballpark figures, Bamaman1. And, no chances taken here. If it ain't right - it don't go.