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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 |
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