On Apr 14, 1:34*pm, "Robert M. Gary" wrote:
I'm looking through the previous owner's service receipts on my 03
Bayliner 185 (4.3L) boat. The dealer is charging $600 to change the
engine and drive oils. This seems like something I should be able to
do myself. However, I'm trying to find out the following...

1) Does my engine have an engine oil drain or do I have to pump it
out?

2) I see that changing the drive oil requires some sort of kit to pump
the new oil up the drive unit. I don't see anyone who sells this pump.
Is this something an owner can reasonably buy?

3) Does my boat have an outdrive water pump? The engine has a standard
car water pump so I was surprised to see references online to a sterm
drive water pump as well. The previous owner said something about
having to change a water pump every 2 years.

4) I believe I have an "Alpha" drive. I see there is a zerk fitting on
the outdrive. However, I don't see anything in the manual regarding
what should be put in it (standard grease?) and how often/why.etc.
Usually zerks are put on places that require regular lubing.

The dealer quotes $1000 to do an annual maintenance. I'm thinking I'm
handy enough that I should be able to do some of this myself.

-Robert

Concerning the zerk. I believe the one you are talkign about is to
lubricate the gimbal bearing. which is in between the lower end and
the boat hull. The mercruiser book will inform you about that as well.