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    Magnet on Lower Unit Plug??

    I have a 2006 Mercury Optimax 225HP with a standard lower unit that has the side top and bottom lower unit drain and vent. When checking the lower unit lube for the first time I noticed there is no magnet on the lower drain plug. Every boat I have ever had has had a magnet there. Is this normal? I can’t think of a reason not to put one.

    Thanks, Chad

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    yes normal, only reason is they've had some come off and ruin gearcase
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    Ok, that makes sense I guess. I kind of liked having the satisfaction of seeing that there wasn't any big metal chunks. Would there be any issue with putting a plug with a magnet (besides the risk of the magnet coming off)?

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    no sir
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    Thanks for your help!