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Not sure if you saw these or not... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Used-...item3f0976a1f2 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MERCU...item27ba9f1df6 Also, not sure what year/model you have but might be able to get just the pump (Arco not Merc) for a lot cheaper. http://motors.shop.ebay.com/i.html?_...506.m270.l1313 Just throwing out options. -Svence
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05-02-2011, 03:28 PM
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Thanks Svence, those are some good numbers there. I took inventory, I already have three complete trim units on three different midsections, one is a leaker (the old 2.4L 200 carb I took off the 20v), one the motor doesn't work (the driveshaft housing is ventilated), and one is mint (like new 20" from a 225 Mariner Magnum 2.5L). I figured the 3.0L midsction used a different trim unit than the old 2.5L Mercs. While the clamps are a little different the trim units are not. Live and learn. I like the idea of NEW Mercury stuff at my dealers cost. But I see now I just need a replacement motor, a few bolts and o-rings and I will have this one back together. I can't bring myself to take apart the 20" mid that is complete like new, I am still contemplating using it on my flats boat.
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05-31-2011, 06:37 AM
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Put it to the test over the weekend. Works like a charm. Took a while to prep and paint everything. Haven't even cracked into the old trim pump. The new anodized trim assembly from Mercury was quick and fit nicely. I have had the money but not the time, this way was quicker by a few days. Pictures iffy, camera is still a POS which would play into my hand when taking pictures of my paint job. The award, Orange Peel King of Florida.
What really sucks is going somewhere and comparing notes on how little orange peel the new, untouched cowls have. They do a real nice job from the factory.
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06-06-2011, 10:34 AM
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Here are a few pictures from the trim replacement/paint job. Working on the cowl now. Post up pictures when I get it right.DSCF0105.jpg
DSCF0113.jpg DSCF0117.jpg DSCF0130.jpg DSCF0131.jpg
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08-26-2011, 07:27 AM
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Every once in a while I get a project to the point of completion. Pictures of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd attempt at paint on the Mercury cowl.
Cowl paint & Leg Swap 016.jpg Cowl paint & Leg Swap 015.jpg DSCF0122.jpg DSCF0124.jpg Latest 003.jpg
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08-26-2011, 07:37 AM
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Orange peel and lots of it. Ended up sealing the entire cowl and spraying with urethane paint HVLP first time ever. Owned the spray gun for 10 years but only sprayed gelcoat in the past. This was a learning experience.
Took my last best shot spraying the black. Decided it was good enough for who it was for. Color sanded in the end, applied decals from outboarddecals.com and shot two coats of urethane clear. It could still stand to be wet sanded and buffed, maybe later. Cowl paint & Leg Swap 005.jpg Cowl paint & Leg Swap 002.jpg Cowl paint & Leg Swap 003.jpg DSCF0121.jpg
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