Replace outdrive lower unit shift shaft and crank - DIY

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1. Quicksilver gear set (43-87807A 4)
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4. Shift shaft rod (77481 1)
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5. Shift shaft Crank (76865)
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[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

If interested in purchasing the products below, visit our Amazon affiliate links below. I earn from qualifying purchases. 1. Quicksilver gear set (43-87807A 4) 2. Bearing carrier rubber O-ring (2531534) 3. Clutch dog (52-853594T) amzn.to/3OHaiBP 4. Shift shaft rod (77481 1) amzn.to/3tZt5QY 5. Shift shaft Crank (76865) 6. Pinion gear nut & washer (Nut: 11-35921) (Washer: 12-92721) amzn.to/39VYT2s amzn.to/3NhkwI4 7. Drive shaft (45-42634) amzn.to/3QMn6c1 8. Propeller shaft (44-824110) amzn.to/39OSk1L 9. Shift Shaft removal tool (89-101-07) 10. (2-4-C Lubricant) amzn.to/3NwTCfg 11. SAE 90 gear lube amzn.to/3OUVsYN

[@SF-rl7hl]

This is by far thr BEST how to video on KZbin! By far. Great Merc alpha drive video. After watching anyone can do this repair! Anyone! A child could do it! Thank you!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ thank you for sharing. We are very honored to read this, we do our absolute best to get the info you’re looking for without wasting your valuable time. Many more helpful videos to come. 👍🧰

[@mojo7004]

I came across this video while searching for help with a different issue. I watched a bit to see if any of it was relative to my issue, and was thoroughly impressed. I would have no hesitation to attempt this procedure on my own after watching this video. Every part, tool and the exact procedure are painstakingly displayed and explained. This may be the most precise video how to video on YT. Thank you.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, thank you. We are very honored to be reading this as we sip our morning ☕️ We do our best to create content for the DIY community that gets you the info you need without wasting your valuable time. We enjoy this and really appreciate any and all feedback, as it continues to help us improve. 😁👍🧰

[@stevencroft4850]

So many helpful images here. Thanks for putting this video together.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

We appreciate that & you are very welcome Steven. Let us know if you have any questions, many more helpful videos to come!! 😎👍

[@flipinjon7487]

You got to remember to add zinc to all that the older stuff works better because there was zinc in all the oils also a lot of the replacement parts are molded from recycled metal back then they didn't recycle metal they made Metal pure but good job on the rebuild! Very useful

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & sharing. 😎👍

[@welderup6669]

EXCELLENT VIDEO THANKZZZ FOR SHARING!!! VERY DETAILED!!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@welderup6669 You are welcome, we very much appreciate the feedback. 😁👍🧰

[@Doomzdayxx]

This video is amazing. Thank you so much.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & sharing this, let us know if you have any questions. Many more helpful videos to come!!! 😎👍

[@christianconner5095]

This series of videos is expertly put together. Thank you. I’m considering rebuilding my Mercury gear box since my shaft bearings are showing slight slack wear. Can you tell me approximately how much all these parts cost you with the specialty tools? Since this is not the only issue with my Merc outboard, I have to weigh the possibility of a total repower.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

We appreciate that, this means the world to us. Tough to give you an exact price however ballpark range can be between $500-$1,500. Keep us posted on your project. Hope you’re enjoying your Saturday. Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem. Toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@davestewart9146]

Great detail, nicely done 👍😁

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Dave, thank you. Hope you have a fun stress free weekend.

[@jordanbeyer7607]

Great video. Thank you. My lower unit does not have a serial number. What would happened if i were to use one of the wrong letters on the pinnon gear nut wrench?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, are you installing original standard gear and bearing set or are you changing to the press-fit design?

[@jordanbeyer7607]

@DIYwithMichaelBorders I have a 1988 alpha 1 and need to replace either the spool shaft or shift crank as I have about 12 degrees of play in the shifting arm. If all the gears look good, I plan to just replace those parts that are bad and use the original gears. Thank you

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@jordanbeyer7607 Very cool, not a bad approach. Replacing the shaft bushing is important as well. 👍

[@christopherwingfield6028]

Did you have a video on how that driveshaft pinion bearing comes out

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, we believe our video link below will come in handy. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f32QfoeMo8hqsKs 😎👍

[@AchikSarih]

Hay ca va Merci beaucoup ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ ‏‪

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@AchikSarih 😎👍🧰

[@lengrsx]

Great video, landed here because I'm having issues with my 05 Mercury 115 4 stroke. I would give my motor some gas and it would Rev very high and slowly picks up speed. I used to top out at 43 mph, now only 30 mph. I'm thinking maybe my shaft my by damaged? Who knows. Any experience with that?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, have you replaced spark plugs and wires within last 5 years? It may be as simple as that. Please keep us posted. Hey if you’re into crypto trading, we just launched our new platform website. Toolboxtoken.com We DIYers need to stick together! 🧰

[@roberttheriot7612]

awesome video Mike, i have a question maybe you can help me out with. when i am putting the lower unit back together i put my lever in neutral and i made sure that the shift shaft was in neutral and so when i go to test my lever like i'm driving ready to go it does not do into forward or reverse. i am completely.lost can you help me out thanks in advance

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a cup of coffee and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. Any update of you findings? Did you position internal crank to the left prior to installing shift shaft? Please keep us updated, we will do our best to help you get this figured out. Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and become part of an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@MarkHoerner]

Where can I find the internal pinion gear nut tool

[@JroyBulldoggin]

Can you tell me if I have to remove the entire shift shaft if I only need to replace the bushing/seal?????

[@Outdoor_Don]

I was told to make sure that the boat is in forward

[@KalebKraenow-bl3zk]

Can I replace the shift shaft bearing without removing the drive shaft?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching. With our specific outdrive, you can replace the shift shaft bushing without removing driveshaft. Keep us posted on your project. Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto, join our DIY ecosystem. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@ATMAVENTURASXTIERRAYMAR]

Hi. So, for replacing just the shift shaft bushing oil seal, do i need to replace the whole bushing?

[@ritchieschrein]

great video thanks

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning Richard, we are drinking our morning coffee answering any and all questions for the DIY community. We appreciate you taking the time to share this. Let us know if you have any questions, thanks again Richard. Many more helpful videos to come!!!

[@rogerpickard3698]

Michael.. when my car first starts it runs perfectly but as it warms up it starts to miss, or run rough. I just put in all spark plugs. Could it be the coil pack?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & it’s possible. A bad coil will degrade new plugs. Keep us posted.

[@kgkeke3227]

Do you offer rebuilding services at all ?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. We appreciate you asking & we make ourselves available to answer any & all questions you may have as you work through the project. Unfortunately at this time we don’t provide in person rebuild services. Definitely keep us posted on your project, us DIYers need to stick together!!! 😎👍

[@kgkeke3227]

Thank you !

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@kgkeke3227 😁👍

[@edgargustavoreyesaguilar378]

Mercury Alpa One 4.3 doesn't get the reverse

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ any update? Is this before or after replacement of parts?

[@anarchyanthony]

excellent guide but my brother in christ get you a breaker bar.