[JaydubyaZ210]

Okay so it may not be the coupler. It is very likely the upper unit only. Took the top cover off and it is all mangled up. So I have been checking ebay and craigs list for used outdrive. What i am finding is that it is easier and cheaper to replace the whole outdrive. New or reman outdrives are over $1000, not in my budget. Anyone have any ideas other than searching for used ones? Any way to tell what kind of shape a used one is in before i buy it?

Help appreciated.
#Kindadepressed
#whitewinetasteonbudweiserbudget

[Andy b]

You might not like this, but you are probably better off getting your outdrive reconditioned than putting money into an unknown second hand unit.
That is unless it's coming from a respected breaker and has some sort of warranty.

You've already got one poorly unit, no point in buying another if you can help it!

How bad is yours?

[JaydubyaZ210]

Well I found a complete unit for $300. Ran it on the sellers boat before we removed it to take home. Drive lube was clean. We got it put on with no problems and it runs good. I figured if it lasts a season it's worth what I paid.

I've got a LOT of interior work to do and I have some electrical issues to sort out, just lighting, oh and the tilt and trim gauge isn't reading. The exterior is cleaning up really nicely. Should have a boat worth being seen in by end of March.