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    Replacement drive shaft for 03' 250XS.

    I have a 03' 250XS (S# 0T652530) that I need to replace the drive shaft in as it is pitted and leaks water in the gear case. The factory one is the 2 part high carbon steel, or something like that, and is prone to pitting from what I've read. I thought I had seen a post that said the stainless steel one part drive shaft from the newer ProXS's could be used. Can anyone confirm this and if so, what is the part number? Thanks!
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    2003 Mercury 250XS S# 0T652530

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    The standard proxs and torquemaster driveshaft will work. The new "wingmaster" will not as it has different pinion splines and a larger shoulder by the water pump.

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    881938 for TM GEN 1 20in, be sure you check shimming on pinion, before disassembly and reassemble, gota be on the . or wont live
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    How can I check to see which GEN TM I have?
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    Quote Originally Posted by crashxx View Post
    How can I check to see which GEN TM I have?
    Yours should be a Gen-1.

    Note: You will also need the two upper driveshaft bearings, two shim sets, pinion height tool, and a variety of other HP Gearcase tools in order to successfully replace the driveshaft.


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    Got it. So the 881938 part number is the correct replacement? I can't find any cross reference.
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    2003 Mercury 250XS S# 0T652530

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    stubby drive shaft does not cross ref to one piece , we modifying here CRASH
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    Alright. I've got it ordered. Thanks for the help.
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    2003 Mercury 250XS S# 0T652530