Wonder why the 4stroke sporty is so expensive?
Wonder why the 4stroke sporty is so expensive?
Don't know for sure but it is a completely different gear case than the 3 ltrs.
2020 Allison XB 21
Merc 300R
2018-SST Bullet
Merc 300R
Bullet 20XD
300XS DBR
Yes, completely different with a larger barrel, hollow cavitation plate & dry sump internal technology.
Those 4 strokes are nice till u pay out of pocket for a new lower which is half a new motor
Somebody mentioned a service bulletin about not repairing a sport master lower by welding. Anybody willing to share that with me. ?
2020 Allison XB 21
Merc 300R
2018-SST Bullet
Merc 300R
Bullet 20XD
300XS DBR
I've got the claim started that's all so far.
2020 Allison XB 21
Merc 300R
2018-SST Bullet
Merc 300R
Bullet 20XD
300XS DBR
Keep us advised of you don't mind.
2017 Phoenix 819
2016 200ProXS, s/n 2B359849, Mod 1200P73BD
Mercury says there is no approved repair. Also welding will void warranty. No way, no how would I allow a skeg to be welded on a lower unit capable of running speeds like the OP's boat can.
How did it go with insurance? Who is your carrier? Hopefully taken care of correctly.
2014 Bullet 21xrs
2016 Merc Opti 300hp Serial #1E053115
Just had similar happen to my TM a week ago down in florida. But i hit an obstruction at Low mph as i was approaching my trailer to load. Got a crack near the nose cone. Meeting with Progressive Adjuster tomorrow morning. I have a 3liter Pro XS. New case is 1839 and new Lower is 6600. Remanufactured lower is 4500. Not sure about the labor costs yet tho.
2022 Blazer 675 Ultimate
2022 Merc 300 Pro XS
2017 YZ250F
Kenny Hollingsworth<<<<<<<<<MY NAME!
828 674 6752
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So just an up date. Insurance contacted my dealer and was advised merc. Would not sell an empty sport master case for the 300R. There is a part number listed but not for sale by its self at this time. Insurance didn't like that answer so they contacted mercury. They were also told the same thing. But they are saying that welding a skeg will not void the warranty. Now they are contacting a subject matter expert to try and get it welded. So GEHOL. Where did you find your info in writing that Mercury said there is no approved repair and the voiding warranty statement. I'm going to need some of that paperwork. The Skeg Deformation starts 1.75 inch from the case bullet. this type of repair on a performance lower unit is not acceptable to me especially when it only has 2 hours on a brand new engine. The insurance company is a div. Of Farmers. Called Formost.
2020 Allison XB 21
Merc 300R
2018-SST Bullet
Merc 300R
Bullet 20XD
300XS DBR
I know Farmers, on the property side, are hard to deal with. Hopefully it won't be the same with your boat.
2014 Bullet 21xrs
2016 Merc Opti 300hp Serial #1E053115
This whole situation just sux big time. Those of us that run high performance boats should not have to fight this battle every time a lower is damaged. Mercury should step up and help out their customers by backing them up.
Insurance company should put in writing they will accept any and all liability for damage or injury caused by welding on your case.
Have you talked to Don, Mercury forum mod. I would contact him for sure. He is very sharp on all things Mercury and has dealt with insurance a lot.
tlt20xd,
Sprty you’re have this problem..glad I used Farm B instead of Foremost- FB paid claim in one day. I’m sure you have probably already done this, but be sure and point out to Foremost that if a repaired/weld skew breaks and results in injury or death(either possible) that it will be their ass on the line! I’d also insist the adjuster ride with me first couple trips out at 95mph after they welded skeg!
Good luck, but don’t accept a repaired skeg. My 21SST with 300R would push 100...no way in hell is a repair safe!
Blazer 650 PRO /Nizpro SC SHO
no, I'm currently gathering my information (and a lawyer if need be ) I not going to settle for a repair.
2020 Allison XB 21
Merc 300R
2018-SST Bullet
Merc 300R
Bullet 20XD
300XS DBR
Before getting a lawyer contact your agent...agents have a lot of pull. If that doesn't work try the department of insurance for your state....if that doesn't work then contact an attorney.
2014 Bullet 21xrs
2016 Merc Opti 300hp Serial #1E053115