Estimated cost to replace pinion gear and forward gear

[Javman389]

Buddy of mine has a j 175g lsob bed needs a pinion gear and most probably a forward gear. Anybody have a estimate on what he is going to encounter as far as repair cost?

[gearcaseman]

I see on e-bay that Gearpros has a P&F set for 189.00. I don't know much about their quality these days, but the price is very competitive. Always replace as a set is the rule to live by. Also, make a good inspection of remaining parts, especially the pinion bearing and the pinion bore inside the housing. These parts tend to take a "Hit" when gears come apart.

[Javman389]

Thanks for the heads up to Gearpros, saw that the set was not available on boats.net.

[gearcaseman]

Sure, no problem. Gearpros is now offering a 1.7:1 gear ratio set also, that became popular in the days of the L2 gearcase. What this means, is a higher gear ratio that will reduce R.P.M. of engine speed while giving the opportunity for a little more boat speed for rigs that can produce the horsepower. It's like putting a 3.08 gear set in your car replacing a 3.70. Hope that makes sense...

[Bassmeister]

If you're within driving distance of Charleston Tenn. you would be well served to let Gearcaseman fix that for you.....If he can get away from uncle for a few hours.....

[joebone1]

if you replace the pinion and forward gear, don't you have to reshim the pinion shaft?

[gearcaseman]

When you replace a gearset or the lower driveshaft, you must always check the shims with the proper tool, because fitment changes from one to the other.

[Javman389]

I suggested he contact Mr Pope. I would if ever have an issue.

[spinnerbait1]

If you're within driving distance of Charleston Tenn. you would be well served to let Gearcaseman fix that for you.....If he can get away from uncle for a few hours.....

Absolutely!! Gearcaseman just recently rebuilt my '87 Johnson GT150 lower unit & i had the opportunity to run the boat yesterday!! Was great to have it running great again!
A few years ago Championman helped me identify power pack issues & between him & gearcaseman my old Venture is running great!!

[gearcaseman]

Thank You Glenn for the report. It was nice to meet you and wife and friends. It was a pleasure to see an "87 gearcase as clean and cared for as yours. I guess it's kinda nice to have reverse again !! Hope you enjoy the Royal Purple.