Time to Rebuild Lower Unit? Here's What to Expect
Deciding whether to rebuild lower unit components yourself or hand over a fat stack of cash to a marine mechanic is a choice most boat owners face eventually. It usually starts with a sinking feeling in your gut when you pull the drain plug and see something that looks more like a chocolate milkshake than gear oil. Or maybe you hit a submerged stump and now there's a rhythmic "thunk" every time you put the engine in gear. Whatever the reason, you're looking at a project that's equal parts rewarding and incredibly frustrating. ...