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Rebuild or replace trim/tilt motor??
'01 Merc 200 EFI
Found oil slick behind boat last week and water mixed with oil in the trim unit. I assume the seals/o-rings have gone bad
Anyone have a preference - replace or rebuild? Expensive little buggers, aren't they?
I'm fairly handy, but have never rebuilt a cylinder before.
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Based on my experience with a trim motor leak, you will need to determine of the shaft is nicked/damaged causing the seal to tear and leak.
If there are nicks, etc. a rebuild probably will fail soon.
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Had to purchase a new one for my 275 Verado. With labor and parts was $700.
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Mine is at the shop right now for the exact same problem. They originally thought it was just the seals, but the shaft is damaged and needs to be replaced.