What is the plug for on the port lower cowling.
They want $25. For this plug. What a joke!
What is the plug for on the port lower cowling.
They want $25. For this plug. What a joke!
Allows access to remove the bolt that holds the lower pans together if it's the one I think you're referring to. That seems to be very expensive for what it is no doubt.
That's the price I was told
That is the correct price. Must have to avoid water intrusion.
Thank You Leon Pugh
access hole plug for lower cowling bolt , ridiculous price im afraid its gonna get worse guys on these so called outdated engines
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Part of the reason they're so expensive is that there was only one required per engine built. In theory- most engines should never need a replacement unless it's lost or dropped... but yes, with the limited number that are purchased they're likely to become considerably more expensive.
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That bolt should have been molded so you have clear access from the outside.It is some pain in the **** to remove when boat is in the water.
Twin 200 2005 Mercury Optimax Engines
1B191661
1B160290
It may not be available. I am still waiting for 2 parts I ordered last June 2022 and I improvised, both part of the lower cowl. I would use Gorilla tape till the part gets in if Mercury still makes it. My motor is a 2013 200hp Opti.
Never intended to be serviceable to that level "in the water".Originally Posted by Double Trouble
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that works fine with boats on trailers my boat has to be hauled at $400 a pop for haul plusdaily storage that gets done only when absolutly nessasery so most times I am taking the lower off in thwe water and for a design engineer not to think of that is pretty stupid.I like the engines but alot of maintence is tough to do.
Twin 200 2005 Mercury Optimax Engines
1B191661
1B160290
I have one of those doodads I think. Oblong shaped piece of black rubber about 1.5" long? I don't have an Opti any longer, so I don't need it.
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Looks just like the used one I have on hand at home here. That I don't need.
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I bought three as I knew I would use them due to removal many times
Ron Fears
Stroker/300XS
1E003823
Those complaining about it obviously have never had to remove that bolt without the access hole. You want to talk about a serious PITA! Owning a boat costs money. It is $25. I spend more than that on fishing line and it lasts a significantly less time.
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Had to look that up...
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