One other thing. Before pulling the drive I would remove the prop and check
for fishing line in the seal. Common cause of drive leaks. Also you did
not say how long it has been since you changed the drive lube.

"seeray28" wrote in message
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put the gear selector in foward, if you have the drive lube monitor empty
it. Remove the six nuts holding the outdrive in place. If you have the
speedometer pickup in the outdrive disconnect the hose. pull the out drive
off the boat.
Its easy, just nerve wracking the first time

"ToneJohn" wrote in message
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Went to change my lower unit oil and it was milky so my local mechanic
recommended i just bring in the drive. He said it's cheaper and easier.
I
never removed it before, he said all it is, is 6 bolts and Bam it comes
off,
he did mention to have it in "drive/forward" and to remove the tilt trim
arms. I have a 94 mercruise w/ alpha I.

Few Questions:
Is it that simple?
Any specific tips/tricks?
I plan to leave it off the entire winter anything specific i should
do
to cover up the "hole" ??
The marina said it would be cheap any idea on "Cheap"? labor is $95
p/p....