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Greetings everyone.
I am looking at purchasing a 1978 SeaEagle with a 305 engine and an OMC sterndrive. I believe it is a mechanical shift, but how can I tell for sure?
Second question, the owner says all the oil drained out of the sterndrive while it was sitting in his driveway. It has been sitting in his driveway for 5 years and one year all the oil drained out. The weird part is that he showed me all the oil drained out of hole at the top of the drive? Then he tells me the OMC mechanic wants $1,800.00 to repair it quoting all new seals?
Is there an upper and lower gearcase and two different levels?
I really like this boat but don't want to buy a pile of junk. I have extensive mechanical ability and just finished putting my Mercruiser outdrive back together. I have machine shop access and a big shop. Years of experience as a mechanic and a machinist so I'm not helpless. Looking for a little guidance.
Thanks Everyone
Dan
I am looking at purchasing a 1978 SeaEagle with a 305 engine and an OMC sterndrive. I believe it is a mechanical shift, but how can I tell for sure?
Second question, the owner says all the oil drained out of the sterndrive while it was sitting in his driveway. It has been sitting in his driveway for 5 years and one year all the oil drained out. The weird part is that he showed me all the oil drained out of hole at the top of the drive? Then he tells me the OMC mechanic wants $1,800.00 to repair it quoting all new seals?
Is there an upper and lower gearcase and two different levels?
I really like this boat but don't want to buy a pile of junk. I have extensive mechanical ability and just finished putting my Mercruiser outdrive back together. I have machine shop access and a big shop. Years of experience as a mechanic and a machinist so I'm not helpless. Looking for a little guidance.
Thanks Everyone
Dan