Can you tell us what amount of play is considered excessive or the angle which is considered excessive? I have about 3.5” at the end of my outdrive worth of play (7.72 degrees).
@rimalore Жыл бұрын
I'm Brazilian and I need to print the model to make the cut. where can i get it please
@jordanscottsemrowstevens5542 Жыл бұрын
Great video and very happy to see there is a way more efficient solution. That being said will your kit work on a alpha one gen 1? I can’t seem to find anything on the gen 1s
@muyoso Жыл бұрын
Why has the cost of this repair doubled from a year ago?
@Dwq4711 ай бұрын
You’re telling me… I got like a 3.5k quote from a CHEAP marina.
@user-ki5ws5wf8t Жыл бұрын
What is the part number for that block off plate ?
@reigutierrez Жыл бұрын
I perform this job watching this video 3 years ago, as today the entire job still performing as expected i got the kit online from JR Marine. thanks for the information and I am more that welcome to share photos to anyone that request it.
@hondaslave-kd6hi Жыл бұрын
What generation 1 or 2? thanks
@udoknak60752 жыл бұрын
Hey thank you very much from Germany. Is it possibel to get a repair set from you? I have a Bravo 3 with a Mercruiser 4,2 D-tronic (250 HP each).
@basketballjones67822 жыл бұрын
*gimbal
@basketballjones67822 жыл бұрын
*gimbal
@eric10642 жыл бұрын
Where do I order the kit?
@Andrico772 жыл бұрын
How much play is too much play. I have about 2” each side.
@Dwq4711 ай бұрын
Ever find out the answer?
@Andrico773 ай бұрын
@@Dwq47nope. But I bought his kit. Will do this year.
@rcytb2 жыл бұрын
I discovered a good way to remove the small upper steering shaft bushing, the one at the upper end of the swivel shaft. It is a blind bushing (no access behind it) and so, a special tool that expands inside it is specified. That made no sense to me - expanding a bushing in order to remove it from the hole that holds it tightly. I found the answer on an automotive site: remove it hydraulically! After the yoke is removed, reach in and fill the upper bearing cavity with grease. Then, reinsert the old swivel shaft and hit the end of it with a hammer. The pressure created inside the bearing cavity will push the bushing out! I started with a small hammer but had to work my way up to a 5# before it moved - it takes some force - but it finally did the trick. As the bushing comes out, it will eventually encounter the threads on the old swivel shaft. Remove the shaft, add some additional grease, and repeat until it pops out. I'm grateful for your excellent products and videos and hope that in some way this tip helps everyone do a more complete repair at almost no cost.
@federico.g.l94512 жыл бұрын
Hice ese trabajo sin tirar el motor de su lugar y sin modificar las piezas originales, solo modifique mis herramientas, si una persona de ayuda.
@djnemesis82pluss18772 жыл бұрын
Sound like a guy that’s done this a few hundred times
@jkgkjgkijk3 жыл бұрын
Pro level vid👍
@mcreynoldsblacktailcabins83353 жыл бұрын
34 year old boat running nice, smooth, and tight thanks to these guys.
@bodyshotjake74753 жыл бұрын
Ron your video says 55 foot pounds but the paper slip in the kit says 50. What one should I do?
@Captain-ln3vh3 жыл бұрын
This guy just saved me $3;800. You can’t trust anyone, that’s why I check everything. My gimbal wasn’t worn out the two bolts on the u bolt we’re loose.
@PS-zx9ot3 жыл бұрын
You "unloosened" the bolt eh? Doesn't that mean to tighten??
@rcytb2 жыл бұрын
What an unbrilliant and unkind comment.
@robertm21723 жыл бұрын
All wrong
@nelloagostini43893 жыл бұрын
Ok so thank you for saving me a bunch of time, money and grief right after i finish writing this comment I'm going to put a for sale sign on my boat
@jackeagy99013 жыл бұрын
Can I replace just the gimbal u bolt with removing the whole gimbal housing
@jackeagy99013 жыл бұрын
Without removing the gimbal housing
@falconeaterf153 жыл бұрын
Man ! Sure hope I never have to do this.
@Andrico773 жыл бұрын
How much play in drive is too much. Mine swings 1 inch each way
@Dwq4711 ай бұрын
Ever find your answer?
@Andrico7711 ай бұрын
@@Dwq47 nope
@Dwq4711 ай бұрын
@@Andrico77 mine has 3.5” of play…. Yup… time to spend money. Mine affects my steering a lot, I’d say you’re on your way to needing it replaced but if the steering is fine, you could get away with it for now.
@garysmith31903 жыл бұрын
This guy is the biggest hack I have ever seen
@johnfkeating2 жыл бұрын
Oh. Ok. You either have unlimited amounts of cash or you are a boat mechanic. I have 2 bravo 3’s and two 5.7’s please tell us all again how much labor is involved with pulling both engines versus a small cut out to replace a gimbal ring. I’ll wait..
@Andrico772 жыл бұрын
FYI mercury has a similar solution drilling holes in the side but this version is way better. So who is the hack.
@sunnycrockett1233 жыл бұрын
I was wondering why my bravo 1 had that plate bolted on the top. Now I know they used this process.
@chriscarter9743 жыл бұрын
You da man. Thanks so much for your help
@huskybuilder23403 жыл бұрын
You just saved me a hell allot of cash! Thanks!
@ZeffyZ3 жыл бұрын
These videos are great, thanks so much. Only thing I can add is that when tightening the swivel shaft locknut, another way to get it correctly tightened is according to the service manual to: 1. Tighten until a clearance of .002 - .010 in. (0.05 - 0.25 mm) exists between lower swivel pin washer and gimbal housing mount using a feeler gauge. 2. Strike down on gimbal ring flanges using a plastic hammer. 3. Recheck clearance and tighten locknut as necessary.
@danielcampos75934 жыл бұрын
How can I get the template and cover
@V8Lounge4 жыл бұрын
Really Good explanation. Greetings from the V8Lounge in Germany
@walliisch4 жыл бұрын
Why jump over the most interesting part, how to put on the gear lube hose onto the bell housing? Looking for some tips how to accomplish this easily.
@richardevans2574 жыл бұрын
Hi where do I get the template from please for the cut out
@gianko76694 жыл бұрын
Hi, can I know how much you pulled the nuts with the Torque wrench? Thank in advance, I want to do the same job but I can't find an online workshop manual
@user-yl7qb2gm1p4 жыл бұрын
Good video, but I would like to learn more about the name of this brilliant gasket, and where it can be ordered?
@markjennings23154 жыл бұрын
How stiff/loose should the gimbal be left to right on the pin? When is it too stiff or too loose left to right wise. I think my one is too stiff and can only just be moved by hand. Great video, thanks so much.
@Dwq4711 ай бұрын
Ever get your answer?
@sonicspeed574 жыл бұрын
Lol, don't try this at home kids...
@bondjamesbond11515 жыл бұрын
This is a very good video much appreciated
@bwagenberg5 жыл бұрын
Do you have a procedure video for a ceased merc 350 v8?
@cruz-a-dayboatrepair10255 жыл бұрын
I have been a boat mechanic for almost 30 years, and this is an amazing product. I definitely recommend using his tools and the bottoming tap. It is a smooth operation with detailed instructions. I will never pull an engine to replace a gimbal ring again. Thank you, and we look forward to doing business with you in the future!
@Dwq4711 ай бұрын
So you’d say you’re pretty good at spotting a bad gimbal ring?
@KhanhNguyen-kk3so5 жыл бұрын
Need help installation engine v6 4.3 in the boat sea ray pl
@hermidnightgarage5 жыл бұрын
What is that outboard jack? Is it custom made or can it be purchased?
@anthonydarezzo85775 жыл бұрын
Hello does anyone have the number I can call for the wrenches and JM kit
@lloydcisco30275 жыл бұрын
In the 70s I started with 280trs drives in new 27ft magnum boats. gimbal were splinted so was the tiller arm. Still no good today the better way latham external string that's the best end of problem
@garypenhall25265 жыл бұрын
I have excessive play left and right on my stern drive my left gimble ring bolt is tightenable but the right is just turning not tightening This is invaluable info Thanks
@frankb49966 жыл бұрын
You have to stop putting greasy nuts in you mouth.
@ArcolaBridge6 жыл бұрын
I am looking at a 2001 reinell 240 and there is about 2 inches of side to side play in the Bravo outdrive. There is about 4 to 6 inch of play in the steering wheel. The Marina says this is normal and not to worry about it. I know it's not normal and I know the boat is not worth 14000 with this problem. Any suggestions?
@justinwolff75236 жыл бұрын
thank you great video baught the kit did it myself saved me alot of money