How to remove your mercruiser alpha one sterndrive (with pictures) Mercruiser outdrive removal and installation tips. Mercruiser alpha gen drive sterndrive stern complete outdrive aftermarket generation unit lower 1972 sei sterndrives assembly bravo upper 1991 1990. Mercruiser alpha one outdrive, is water supposed to be coming out ofLast updated on 8/11/2023, 12:17:46 PM. Need Mercruiser (MC or MR outdrive information, photos or drawings please see the I need help parts drawing. How do i separate or remove my Alpha One lower unit. How do I replace my oil seals in a Mercruiser Alpha one gearcase. Mercruiser Alpha 1 upper gearcase repair and tools.To install the sterndrive back on. Starting with the sterndrive off, push the boats shifter lever all the way forward. Then on your sterndrive, there is a shift lever on the front of the lower unit. Turn that shaft clockwise while also turning the propeller shaft counter clockwise at the same time.78. Apr 28, 2014. #1. I discovered a slow but steady oil leak from my Alpha One Gen two outdrive after starting it up for the first time this season. The leak was found through the small seep holes on both port and starboard sides, as well as trace amounts out of the water intake holes. I mistakenly parked the outdrive in the up position while ...Re: mercruiser alpha 1 outdrive won't lower. Old Yeller Boater said: with the outdrive all the way down, the UP on the control would only work a small amount, enough for trimming on plane. Otherwise, the trim switch on the dashboard would raise the outdrive all the way up. For down, the dashboard trim switch would do nothing, but the down ...Carbman 2 Gasket Kit 27-94996Q2 for Sierra 18-2619-1 Mercruiser Outdrive Alpha One 2 R MR Kit Stern Drive. $2390. FREE delivery Thu, May 23 on $35 of items shipped by Amazon. Only 4 left in stock - order soon.Re: Removed Lower unit with shifter in neutral Need to get the terminology straight : The outdrive consists of two parts the driveshaft housing (upper unit) and the gearcase (lower unit). If you split the outdrive (removed the lower unit) before you removed the upper, you are OK (the shift shafts disconnect), if you removed the whole outdrive with the control in neutral there is a good chance ...If interested in purchasing this product, visit our Amazon affiliate link below. I earn from qualifying purchases.1. Shift Cable Socket https://am...Removal of a Mercruiser Alpha one outdrive - YouTube. Check Details. Alpha one gen two outdrive will not slide back on page: 1. Mercruiser outdriveHow to remove your mercruiser alpha one sterndrive (with pictures) Mercruiser alpha one drive removalAlpha 1 outdrive: inboard engines & components.A rebuilt Merc Alpha one Generation 1 stern drive. All Gear Ratios Available. note: This item requires a Refundable CORE CHARGE DEPOSIT As part your outdrive purchase. You will be prompted at Check-Out to add the Core Charge deposit. Your order will not be processed until this deposit is paid.Apr 21, 2010. #2. Re: Merc alpha one problems. Two issues here.... 1. No water flow, will not damage the outdrive in this situation. What you may have damaged is the exhaust coupler hoses. No water flow and they will burn up from the inside from the exhaust heat. You need to pull the risers and check the hoses.Replaces 17-14873A1 $113.95. P/N 21380 Ram bushing kit (rear). Includes 4 bushings, 4 washers, 2 end caps and rear anchor pin. Replaces 17-14872A1 $88.95. Keeping in mind there are rebuild kits for the cylinder. Mercruiser trim cylinder parts, hoses and lines for the Alpha 1 outdrive, years 1981-1990.Gear oil could get here from one of three likely sources. 1) It can come up from the lower and through the water pump carrier assembly and then through the pump housing seals accross and then into the cavity and weep hole. This is the easier fix. Complete water pump kit in your lower unit.Dec 14, 2023 ... 29:46. Go to channel · Install Mercruiser alpha one outdrive to boat - All important steps. DIY with Michael Borders•7.2K views · 14:59. Go to ....Jul 17, 2018. #1. I have a 1986 Alpha 1 Gen 1 mercruiser outdrive. There is a small oil leak that seems to be coming from the shift shaft. I was told that the bottom does not have a seal, just a bushing. The top of the shaft is supposed to have two seals. Is this a known place for these units to leak oil or could there be another reason.Jan 30, 2021 · How to remove a stuck lower unit. I put a new engine in the boat and I need to change the impeller. The lower unit would not come off. Third time is a charm....Please see http://www.sterndrive.info/alpha-one/id306.html for tech support and exploded view drawing.Video includes the following• Removing my Alpha 1 gen 2...Complete Replacement Outdrive for Mercruiser R, MR, and Alpha One. 1972 - 1990. Please verify your serial number to be sure if you have a Gen 1 or Gen 2 drive. Brand New complete drive. Available in Standard Rotation and Counter Rotation (CR added to SKU number) 3 Year Warranty. Ships in two boxes. Comes with a 9-9/16 new style input yoke.The Mercruiser Alpha One Generation I outdrive dating from 1972 through 1983 has a square upper gearcase cap with an eye attached to the 4 1/2-by-4 1/2-inch cap. The Alpha One dating from 1984 to 1992 has the same size upper gear case but lacks the lifting eye on top of the gear case cap. The Alpha One Generation I outdrive is limited to ...Aug 22, 2014 ... 29:46. Go to channel · Install Mercruiser alpha one outdrive to boat - All important steps. DIY with Michael Borders•1.3K views · 27:26. Go to ....Feb 19, 2017 ... Please see http://www.sterndrive.info/alpha-one/ for tech support and exploded view drawing. This video includes the following instructions: ...video showing removal of aplha one outdrive.Mercruiser Alpha one upper gearcase repair video. Shows how to remove and install seal kit parts and tools required for the repairs. Alpha one upper / lower gearcase repair video. Shows how separate or remove for water pump repair. Mercruiser Alpha one upper gearcase repair video.Jul 7, 2011 · I am replacing the simple trim tab anode on my Mercruiser Alpha one first generation. It is a simple attachment using hex head cap screw. The screw bolts in from inside the drive housing. I can see no way of getting access without taking the outdrive apart. I have attached photos of the screw and it can be seen that there is no way to insert ...Re: remove a shift cable from an Alpha One Gen 1 out drive. You shouldn't even need to use the rams, unbolt them. Wedge a 2x4 between the top cap of the outdrive, and the gimbal ring. Then lift. It should squeeze the drive off. I've done this successfully to drives that have been on for 20 years with no problem.Exhaust bellows connected to the gimbal housing (i.e. transom side). 3. U-joint bellows connected to the bell housing. 4. Shift cable bellows on the cable and partially crimped on the narrow end. 5. All hose clamps oriented for ease of tightening (I think) and I have a flexible socket.Aug 23, 2020 · To install the sterndrive back on. Starting with the sterndrive off, push the boats shifter lever all the way forward. Then on your sterndrive, there is a shift lever on the front of the lower unit. Turn that shaft clockwise while also turning the propeller shaft counter clockwise at the same time.Refined and well-mannered with best-in-class shifting. Intended for single, twin, and triple applications for boats that go over 100 mph, gas engines up to 600hp and diesel engines up to 370hp. Bravo One®, Bravo One X®, Bravo One XR® for gas stendrives; Bravo One X Diesel and Bravo One XR Diesel for diesel engines. Find a Dealer.I will show you how you safely and successfully remove a Mercruiser alpha one gen 2 stern drive. It is super easy.Tools i used:5/8 socket wrenchFlat head scr...Without the correct tools, replacing the bellows and gimbal bearing is next to impossible. You will need: 1. Phillips screw driver. 2. Slotted screw drivers (large and medium). 3. 1/4" ratchet set with extensions and a 5/16" socket. 4. A Mercruiser Hinge Pin tool Part# 91-78310 for $31.00.If his video was helpful and saved you money from going to a mechanic please click the THANKS button above and consider leaving a tip!. In this video I show ...Alpha One & Gen 2 Outdrive Parts *Drawings *Videos. T.C. Electronics / Marine ( 416 ) 751-7326 home page: Mercruiser Alpha 1 tools *Outdrive repair video. ... Used to remove and install hinge pins from stern drives. OEM 91-78310 . P/N 90200 Hinge pin $20.99. 90295 removal installation ."I have a 1986 4.3 mercruiser "I have a 1986 4.3 mercruiser with a Alpha one outdrive. I removed the out drive and the gimbal bearing came apart.The interace of the bearing was on the drive shaft, and the rest of the bearing stayed in the housing. Do you think I can remove the broken bearing in...The nut is usually easy to remove. You have bent all 3 of the "legs" of the spider washer toward the rear of the boat to allow the nut to turn, right? A large screwdriver usually works for this. A 2X4 from the zinc fin behind the prop to the "neck" of the outdrive will jam the prop safely, to allow you to loosen the prop nut.Joined. Sep 13, 2006. Messages. 11. Sep 13, 2006. #1. I have a 1987 chris craft 210BR with a 260hp merc and an alpha one outdrive. The lower bolts on the transom plate are loose and causing a leak in to the bilge. (the bolts are the lower ones with the zinc caps on the outside)Remove. 94996Q2 Gasket Set Kit for Mercury MerCruiser Outboard Sterndrive Alpha One Gen 1 2 I R MR Outdrive Bell Housing Replacement 64818A3 94996T2 Sierra 18-2619 ... 30-803099T1 Transom Repair Kit for MerCruiser Sterndrive Alpha One Gen 2 Outdrive with Seal Gimbal Bearing Exhaust Bellow Hose Clamp Outboard Boat Engine Replacement Parts Sierra ...Mercruiser Alpha One, R and MR Serial Numbers 6225577 THRU 0D469858. Insist on ONLY Original Factory Parts. The Bell Housing is the "helmet" shaped housing to which the drive bolts to. It swivels up and down with the drive. The Bell Housing is held in place by two Hinge Pins on either side which pass through the Gimbal Ring.How to remove a Mercruiser Alpha 1 outdrive.Oct 29, 2005 · Oct 29, 2005. #7. Re: locking nut on alpha 1 outdrive & no Key. That gatorgrip is way to big to get around the nuts holding on an outdrive. If it would work, just putting a wrench on the nut would work. Those locks usually have an outer cover that slips when trying to remove it, that is why you have to have a key, not a wrench, or visegrips, or ...Wallpaper was all the rage in decorating years ago but now that the trends have changed people are left finding the best ways to remove it. And it isn’t always easy. Sometimes it t...Mar 16, 2017. #1. Hey everybody, I have a couple questions regarding removing and reinstalling my Alpha one Gen 2 drive. I've done this before on 1990 that did not have the speedometer pick up on the drive and it was pretty straight forward. Removal - shift into forward, raise drive to access the speedo tube, twist to disconnect, lower drive ...a - Earlier Style Shift Spool Assembly (Prior to S/N 0K041000) b - Later Style Shift Spool Assembly (S/N 0K041000 and Above) c - Measure End Play Here at Gap. 2 - 22 Alpha One Generation II Sterndrive 90-806534970 1096. Forward Gear Backlash. Apply forward pressure to the propeller shaft with puller jaws.Remove. 96148Q8 Water Pump Impeller Kit for Mercury Mariner Outboard and MerCruiser Alpha One Stern Drives 46-96148Q8. 4.5 out of 5 stars. 221. ... 43026Q02 Water Pump Repair Kit With 43026Q02 Impeller for MerCruiser Alpha 1 Gen 2 Sterndrive and Mercury Mariner Outboard 4 Strokes 40 to 250 HP 8M0100526 47-43026Q06. 50+ bought in past month. $22 ...Joined. Sep 13, 2006. Messages. 11. Sep 13, 2006. #1. I have a 1987 chris craft 210BR with a 260hp merc and an alpha one outdrive. The lower bolts on the transom plate are loose and causing a leak in to the bilge. (the bolts are the lower ones with the zinc caps on the outside)outdrive stuck? or Can't get outdrive off? This video shows how to remove an Mercruiser Alpha One Gen 2 outdrive. Similar process to remove a Bravo outdrive....The Bravo One drive uses a different transom assembly than the Alpha, but the bolt pattern is the same except for two additional holes for the Bravo assembly. There's a fix for this, and it's not as difficult as you might think. The big to-do is pulling the engine out, but the Bravo One drive and transom assembly will fit where the old ...I'm replacing the gimbal housing on my 1984 Ranger 395V i/o bass boat. I recently bought this awesome boat and while fixing it up, discovered the gimbal hou...I have a Mercury Mercruiser Alpha One Gen 2 outdrive. So I've recently removed the outdrive to complete some maintenance on the gimbal housing. I've just replaced my main bellow, exhaust and shift cable bellows. Replaced gimbal bearing and seal that sits behind the bearing. Replace trim sending units.Exhaust bellows connected to the gimbal housing (i.e. transom side). 3. U-joint bellows connected to the bell housing. 4. Shift cable bellows on the cable and partially crimped on the narrow end. 5. All hose clamps oriented for ease of tightening (I think) and I have a flexible socket.I am replacing the simple trim tab anode on my Mercruiser Alpha one first generation. It is a simple attachment using hex head cap screw. The screw bolts in from inside the drive housing. I can see no way of getting access without taking the outdrive apart. I have attached photos of the screw and it can be seen that there is no way to …I will show you how you safely and successfully remove a Mercruiser alpha one gen 2 stern drive. It is super easy.Tools i used:5/8 socket wrenchFlat head scr...Jul 7, 2012 · I don't understand why I'm told to remove the two trim bolts inorder to replace the bellows. I've removed the upper unit with drive shaft. Then,loosened all the clamps to all the bellows. Exhaust bellows was simple to remove. Then,I cut the water pump hose so I don't break the plastic elbow connection. Then,I just lifted up the housing a little ...1-877-666-8679. 1-248-524-9600. Michigan Motorz has the brand new MerCruiser Alpha One - GEN II outdrive in stock, in all gear ratios, with a 1-year MerCruiser warranty. This Alpha One - GEN 2 sterndrive earned the title of “world’s most popular sterndrive” because it delivers reliable.Mercruiser 1, R and MR outdrives; Alpha One bell housings; 21418 Bravo upper shift shaft. P/N 21418 GLM Marne aftermarket ... How do I remove my Alpha One gen 2 lower unit 76,000 views; 65 repair video on YouTube for Mercury Marine outboard or Mercruiser outdrive parts; Help to identify Mercruiser and Alpha One or Generation 2 outdrive ...Mercruiser Alpha One Shift Cable replacement steps 1. For Mercruiser 2.5, 3.0, 3.7, and 3.7LX Alpha One. For more videos click link. htt...***UPDATE! I later learned an awesome trick for getting the outdrive off you can see here: https://youtu.be/bruGSBLP8HYIn this video I show how to remove a m...A Mercruiser Alpha One Outdrive parts diagram visually displays the various components of the system and their placement within the assembly. It provides a detailed breakdown of the gears, bearings, seals, and other parts that make up the outdrive. This diagram allows boat owners and mechanics to identify specific parts, understand their ...Jul 5, 2017 · Messages. 7. Jul 5, 2017. #1. Hi everyone , I was inquiring if anyone has info for removal of the entire gimbal housing. I have removed the motor, removed the y-pipe and all the nuts and bolts securing the gimbal housing and transom plate together and the gimbal housing will not come off the back of the boat. Steering is all disconnected.Big Kid Powersports show you, step by step, how to remove a Mercruiser Alpha One 1 drive from the transom of the boat.-----Bogging Out Video Blog https://ww...Alpha One & Gen 2 Outdrive Parts *Drawings *Videos. T.C. Electronics / Marine ( 416 ) 751-7326 home page: ... How do i separate or remove my Alpha One lower unit .3. Feb 24, 2011. #3. Re: Reseal Mercruiser Alpha 1 Gen 2 Outdrive Yourself. Thanks for the reply. The serial number is OF728770. The gear lube was drained prior to pressure testing and the drive was and is off the boat. The procedure that I used for pressure testing was; A. Removed drive from boat.Sep 14, 2011 · 2. Exhaust bellows connected to the gimbal housing (i.e. transom side). 3. U-joint bellows connected to the bell housing. 4. Shift cable bellows on the cable and partially crimped on the narrow end. 5. All hose clamps oriented for ease of tightening (I think) and I have a flexible socket.Disconnect the drive shift cable from the shift plate. Remove the two little itsy bitsy set screws from the sides of the end of the drive shift cable. Remove the black plastic cable end and loosen the brass lock-nut on the stainless tube. Unscrew the stainless tube from the end of the cable sheath.As the demand for efficient and effective heating solutions continues to grow, more and more people are turning to innovative technologies like alpha heaters. Alpha heaters are a t...If interested in purchasing this product, visit our Amazon affiliate link below. I earn from qualifying purchases.Fixing boats/Jet ski PlayList: https://yo...Alpha gen ii outdrive splines upperAlpha outdrive gen complete ii size How do i remove my alpha 1 gen 2 lower unitAlpha one outdrive diagram. Mercruiser alpha 1 gen 1 outdrive removalAlpha gen outdrive Alpha one gen two outdrive will not slide back on page: 1Se116 1.81 complete (replaces mercruiser gen ii).This is a drive that came in with a bad set of u-joints. This is just to show the customer they have been replaced and for him to see how they are supposed t...Pull the the rod for the tilt rams. Remove the six nuts, shift the control lever into forward. Work the leg off, it may take some wiggling if it's been on for awhile. …***UPDATE! I later learned an awesome trick for getting the outdrive off you can see here: https://youtu.be/bruGSBLP8HYIn this video I show how to remove a m...A rebuilt Merc Alpha one Generation 1 stern drive. All Gear Ratios Available. note: This item requires a Refundable CORE CHARGE DEPOSIT As part your outdrive purchase. You will be prompted at Check-Out to add the Core Charge deposit. Your order will not be processed until this deposit is paid.Drain the gear oil. Remove the lower gear casing while the throttle is forward WOT. Turn the splines of the lower shift shaft in the lower gear case clockwise as far as they will go, while turning the prop counterclockwise to engage the gears fully. Make sure the prop stays locked in the counter clockwise direction - bungee the prop in place.Oct 12, 2017 · *Transom service kit with exhaust bellows for MerCruiser Alpha One (from $62.95, amazon.com) *Bellows expander tool, Quicksilver part No. 91-45497A1 ($57.95, michiganmotorz.com) *Bellows adhesive, Quicksilver part No. 92-86166-Q1 ($10.86, go2marine.com) *Socket wrench set (½-inch drive) *Socket wrench set with an extension (¼-inch drive)Sep 27, 2021 · Factory-new is a great option if cost is not a concern. You get a brand-new drive with a warranty. Mercury MerCruiser offers its Quicksilver line of replacement drive units, which are factory-built and offer a three-year warranty. A new replacement Alpha One Gen II drive retails for $5,825, while a Bravo Three retails for $9,114.I talk about bellows, the cost of having them replaces VS doing it yourself. It is a challenging task but not very difficult. Check it out!Mercruiser stern d...Re: Alpha one outdrive trim up button and trailer button not working. +1 with Chris, look to the blue/white wire. The trailer switch bypasses the TL switch at the connector in the stern. Look for the black wire going into the connector with two B/W wires. Unplug, and with a voltmeter (+ in the connector - to ground) press the trailer switch.So - the story so far. I have a '89 Blue Water 17" with a Mercruiser 3.0 130 (possibly 140) Gen 1 outdrive. I've had the boat for a couple of years, but have only had the opportunity to take it out a handful of times. Most recently, I had my kids out for the first time this year.Here's how to boost the Calculators Helpful Guides Compare Rates Lender Reviews Calculators Helpful Guides Learn More Tax Software Reviews Calculators Helpful Guides Robo-Advisor R...Alpha One - Removal and Installation. I agree with JustJason in that the above thread should be a sticky in the Adults Only Section. It is in the stickies already. Look under homemade special tools. Then item #7. Clean the couple splines with a long wire brush. When installing the gimbal bearing, just keep it square.Slather some M-4-C grease on the drive shaft with special attention to coating the splines that slip into the engine coupler. Early model Alpha Ones have universal joints with grease zerks. A couple shots in each zerk and the maintenance is done. Removing the lower unit to get at the drive shaft is uncomplicated.the size and shape of the pipe to fit either 3" or 4" elbows. The Alpha One Drive used what Mercury considered to be a. "high pressure / low volume" water pump assembly which is. incorporated into the drive. The newer Alpha Gen Two uses. a different pump which is "high volume / low pressure" in nature.WetVette. I have an Alpha 1 drive behind my 19' Baja with a 400" small block since new in 1986. I had the dealer swap out the standard 1.5 gears for the flat cut 1.32 ratio gears that also use different heavy duty bearings. I was told the 1.32 gear set was developed to handle the new at the time 330 hp efi motor.Disconnect the drive shift cable from the shift plate. Remove the two little itsy bitsy set screws from the sides of the end of the drive shift cable. Remove the black plastic cable end and loosen the brass lock-nut on the stainless tube. Unscrew the stainless tube from the end of the cable sheath.Jul 17, 2018. #1. I have a 1986 Alpha 1 Gen 1 mercruiser outdrive. There is a small oil leak that seems to be coming from the shift shaft. I was told that the bottom does not have a seal, just a bushing. The top of the shaft is supposed to have two seals. Is this a known place for these units to leak oil or could there be another reason.Re: Winterize & Remove Outdrive outdrive should come off in 10 minutes, 6 nuts and 2 nuts on trim rams ,shifter in forward. make a stand for it out of 2x4s. then in spring check alignment and grease coupler. alignment shaft is 50.00 on ebay or make one. gasket set is 10.00 to put back on. i put rv anti freeze in to make me feel better,but if you raise trailer and can get all the water out the ...detailed video showing how to install alpha one out drive / stern drive.1. BEST outdrive stand assemble/review https://youtu.be/gLBQvjiYaEkIn this tutorial we will show you how to service Mercruiser Alpha 1 Gen 2 lower unit and the water pump.Complete Mercruiser Alpha 1 pump kit: https://amzn.to...Re: Alpha One gear shift cable adjustment (1987) Stinger outdrive control cable adjustment 1. Remove both cables from the shift plate. For the moment ignore the remote control cable. 2. While turning the prop CCW, push the lower shift cable FULLY in. 3. With the prop held CCW release the lower shift cable.2) Look at the front (leading edge) of where the lower unit mates to the upper unit. Just above the joint there is a cavity. Inside the cavity you will see a small tube for the speedometer... disconnect it and pull it back out of the way. Behind it, you will see where the two parts of the shift lever come together.Follow me on Facebookhttp://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002404806381Whether you are moving and have items that need to be removed from the home, or want to upgrade your furniture, there’s many reasons you need to get big items hauled off. Here are ...Mar 11, 2014. #1. Hi Im trying to separate the lower unit from the upper unit on my Alpha 1 Gen 2 Outdrive, S/N OL 634881 in order to renew the impeller. Ihave removed all 6 bolts and the lower drive has separated from the upper by about 1/4 inch, such that the dowels have disengaged but the lower unit wont come off any further.. OEM MerCruiser Alpha 1 Gen 2 Outdrive! Replaces MerCrRepair video for water pump, u joint bellow, exhaust bello Sterndrive Engineering SE106 drive. Replaces MerCruiser Gen 1 alpha outdrives 1974-1990. 3 year No Fault warranty! Ships from Florida warehouse in two boxes. Comes standard with a 9-9/16 new style input yoke. Does not …Your question about the Alpha 1 lower unit sounds like you mean the whole outdrive assembly. It's a good idea to remove the prop before taking the outdrive off, (less chance of damaging it). This link to aftermarket marine is a good source for information and parts. In this video, I begin the second part of my Crownline Boat repair wh Aug 7, 2023 · If interested in purchasing this product, visit our Amazon affiliate link below. I earn from qualifying purchases.1. 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