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| Author: | rwx [ Thu Apr 12, 2012 1:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Prop shaft bent |
I just hit a stump, and bent the prop shaft (SX-M1 drive). How hard is it to replace the shaft? I have a Sealoc book, and it looks like the main problem is getting a tool to pull the bearing housing. Does the prop shaft come out freely after that? Thanks, Richard |
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| Author: | Paul I. [ Thu Apr 12, 2012 2:39 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Prop shaft bent |
How much is a lower end?? In the long run, it could be cheaper & better. In other words, for a few $$ more replace the lower end rather than the shaft. Ask your self, who old is the drive, is there other damage, how much more will it cost??? Labor cost, I think it would be cheaper too. Unbolt the old lower end and bolt the new one on! |
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| Author: | boater [ Thu Apr 12, 2012 3:06 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Prop shaft bent |
Is it too far gone to have straightened ? |
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| Author: | Flying Sushi [ Thu Apr 12, 2012 3:37 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Prop shaft bent |
If it was a collision, your insurance should take care the repair work ….. It might be worth to look into it.. |
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| Author: | LouC [ Thu Apr 12, 2012 5:57 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Prop shaft bent |
If you have insurance I'd use it for a legit claim, that propshaft alone is about 600 bucks plus installation. Still cheaper than a Volvo lower which can run as high as 4000 depending on if you get used or not. |
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| Author: | rwx [ Thu Apr 12, 2012 6:38 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Prop shaft bent |
Thanks for all the advice. I am going to submit a claim to insurance. The estimate from the repair shop was $850 (minimum) parts, $360-450 labor. |
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| Author: | Paul I. [ Fri Apr 13, 2012 10:29 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Prop shaft bent |
Good luck with it all! Just price every thing out first. At "$850 (minimum)" you could come in a little higher! |
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| Author: | gregs [ Fri Apr 13, 2012 2:35 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Prop shaft bent |
Add the cost of the correct VP service manual. |
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| Author: | ric [ Fri Apr 13, 2012 3:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Prop shaft bent |
http://orlando.craigslist.org/boa/2945723993.html problem solved! Be out in the water within an hour! |
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| Author: | Jafo4U [ Tue Apr 17, 2012 8:56 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Prop shaft bent |
ric wrote: http://orlando.craigslist.org/boa/2945723993.html problem solved! Be out in the water within an hour! Good hunting! |
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| Author: | Paul I. [ Tue Apr 17, 2012 9:49 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Prop shaft bent |
Here is a link to prices: http://www.marinepartsexpress.com/vp_outdrives.htm Rebuilt, the whole drive. $3,500. New $6,700. The lower end should cost less. |
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| Author: | rwx [ Tue Apr 17, 2012 10:09 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Prop shaft bent |
Thanks for all the advice. Insurance will cover it, so I took it to the local boat shop. |
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