Bravo, heavy duty 1993 alpha one gen ii fits mcm i drives. Bravo 1, swivel pinsteeringarm alternative repair there is a right way and a wrong way to repair your gimbal ring steering shaft sounds like you have already started the wrong way here is a link to download the manual for bravo setup and includes step by step instructions on how to properly repair your problem. You just need 1 hand to keep it balanced, but you dont have to carry the weight. It has a splined upper steering shaft hole and the trim limit switch is located at the top of the gimbal ring. Mercruiser bravo transom seal kit by sierra used on all bravo sterndrives 1982 and up. Ok, took the gimbal off to redo the wires, hoses because the thieves cut them. The rubber was very thin and it looked like it had been in boat for 20yrs with cracks in it. If the drive can be moved side to side without the steering arm moving a small amount of play is normal 1 or so then there is an issue with the steering arm attachement to the gimbal ring. This kit will only work on bravo 1, bravo 2, bravo 3, and alpha 1 gen 2 only. While the drives were off the boat, i grabbed both bell housings and moved them both vertically and horizontally to see how much play was in the gimbal ring. This site is best viewed in ie7 or newer and firefox 3 or newer. All mercruiser steering shaft plug kit bravo alpha gen 1 2 pre alpha type 1 trs. Shaft tiller arm gimbal ring for mercruiser r mr alpha 1 gen 2 bravo 98230a1 upper swivel shaft for a mercruiser sterndrive. How to repair cracks and chips in damaged gelcoat duration.
Cracked bravo 1 gimbal housing 95 chapparel nomenclature is the key on this. Sep 02, 2017 if your offered a rebuilt gimbal ring and or housing its time to shop elsewhere. I hit something in the water and cracked my gimbal ring and. Buy mercruiser bravo 1 2 3 transom seal gimbal bearing service repair kit. Nothing on the market today can compare to the strength and longevity of this fine piece of equipment. Warning this repair should be made by a marine mechanic. Apr 25, 2010 hello, i hit something in the water and cracked my gimbal ring and broke the wear plate between the upper gearcase and the gimbal ring on the right side of a counter rotation outdrive, my question what is the signifigance of the broken wear surface on the upper gearcase and what problems would it cause if this g oes unrepaired, thanks. Mercruiser bravo one gimbal ring and steering lever parts. Bravo 2 drive parts, service items, lubricants, special offer, zinc anodes seawater use, magnesium anodes freshwater use, genuine aluminium anodes brackish water, replacement zinc anode kits seawater, replacement aluminium anode kits brackish water, replacement magnesium anode kits fresh water, seal kits, propeller shaft, power trim assembly, repair items, chemicals. I hammered the chisel into the carrier about 1 4 inch from the slot i cut.
Ghrkits the alternative to replacing your gimbal housing. We will weld the top of your bravo 1 gimbal ring where the swivel shaft fits and remachine the square. Install ground clip figure 5 and clamp over the bellows end marked afttop and fit bellows to bell housing. This cracked all the way through the aluminum carrier. How to repair a mercruiser bravo transom assembly part 2. Customer will need to purchase and install new lower wear bushing in bottom of gimbal ring. This means i dont need a stand or assistent to be only 1 second away. We are working hard to ship as quickly as possible, while ensuring the safety of our associates. Set the ring into position on the gimbal housing then install the bellhousing pivot bolts to hold the bellhousing in place. Motors were pulled a couple of years ago and built up to 465 hp by baker eng. Read entire instructions before starting this repair. Position clamp screw as shown in figure 6 and tighten to specifications table 1. Stainless steel propellers, boat props, marine accessories.
Stainless steel gimbal ring for mercruiser bravo 1, 2. Gimbal ring and steering lever for mercruiser bravo x iiiiii. Disconnect seawater inlet hose from gimbal housing. Gimbal bearing mercruiser bravo one outdrive service. Seacore axius gimbal ring kits gimbal ring kit 88302a 1 complete kit to convert the gimbal ring from a splinesplined upper shaft to a squaresplined upper shaft. This rebuild procedure will save the cost of a brand new expensive gimbal ring. The old splinedsplined upper steering shaft is no longer manufactured. Gimbal ring assembly, for use without trim senders 1 required per assembly 822374a 3 822374a 3 gimbal ring assem. Inspect the flame arrestor for holes, cracks or deterioration. Boat engine parts free delivery possible on eligible purchases. They act as a spacer between the bell housing and the gimbal ring. Mercury mercruiser bravo gimbal ring assy 8m0062440. Apr 26, 2016 post marine survey retorque of the gimbal ring ubolt nuts.
When it comes to replacing your wornout or faulty gimbal ring, dont let history repeat itself, replace it with a signature stainless steel gimbal ring. Replaces mercury part numbers 10805164 ubolt and 11862903 3824 nuts. There may be minor pitting or not as good a paint job. Seal, rubber, exhaust pipe 1 required per assembly. Bravo one outdrive service remove gimbal bearing duration. Find the best deals on stainless steel propellers, boat props, boat racing accessories, prop repair and get prop selection help at. Also can be used to service a square gimbal ring with a splined steering arm. Mercruiser bravo 1 2 3 transom seal gimbal bearing service. How to remove the gimbal housing on a mercruiser bravo i. Bravo hp magnum transom, no trim sender, solid hinge pins. Rebuilding the gimbal housing and bellows replacement. Gimbal rings, housings and replacement parts cp performance.
Loosen the three bolts that hold the quadrant gear to the upper gear case housing. They dont bother to clean or paint and they dont check for cracks or to see it threads. So, dont cut into the step that the gimbal bearing seats against. Select this link for more information regarding mercruser alpha gen 1 versus alpha gen 2 sterndrives. The ubolt kit fits bravo 1 gimbal rings and is an ideal upgrade for heavier boats and those running high horsepower engines. Inspect pump body and cover for cracks or excessive wear. The transom assembly, or gimbal housing, is what handles the the forces produced by your propeller and stern drive to accelerate and steer your boat through the water. There are two bolts at the top of the gimbal ring on the outside of the boat above the outdrive these bolts tighten the fitting around the steering arm. Buy a genuine mercury quicksilver or aftermarket part. Gimbal ring and steering lever for mercruiser bravo x iiiiii bravo x one bravo x iiiiii bravo x three bravo x iiiiii bravo x two covid19 update. My new to me superboat had a gimbal ring that was in real bad shape, so i started to look around and read about solutions. Need advice bravo iii gimbal ring replacement mechanic advised heres what really stinks i bought my boat with a bad engine, so i had the engine out to rebuild it, turns out i also have a bad gimble ringsteering assembly but i didnt know until after i put the motor back in and took it for a test drive. This is for a second condition ring, arm and steering shaft and it is fully useable, tight and rebuilt just cosmetics. All models bravo one 0b664190 0f729999 gimbal housing previous next need parts or kits.
It is the shaft that goes thru the gimbal ring and attaches to the steering lever, and is square on shaft to square on tiller arm. Rebuilding the gimbal housing and the bellows replacement part 1 duration. It is standard practice to always replace these washers when serving the ujoint bellows. Fotowelt o ring cold shoe clamp adapter extension mount ring with 1 4 screw compatible for zhiyun smooth 4 gimbal accessory. Need advice bravo iii gimbal ring replacement mechanic.
Mercruiser bravo 123 gimbal ring 8m0062440 transom x xr. How to remove the gimbal housing on a mercruiser bravo. I need to replace the gimbal ring on my bravo one outdrive. This item up for sale is a brand new genuine mercruiser bravo gimbal ring assembly 8m0062440 mercury mercruiser pn. Mercury mercruiser bravo gimbal ring assy 8m0062440 available at wholesale marine. Pins were very good condition and no slop at all in these.
I just noticed that my gimbal ring is cracked on both sides up by the bolts to clamp it on the steering geararm. Bravo 1, swivel pinsteeringarm alternative repair page. Apr 29, 2009 i need to replace the gimbal ring on my bravo one outdrive with the engine and transom installed. This upgrade will help to eliminate gimbal ring and swivel shaft failure in your bravo 1 outdrive.
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