How often should Mercruiser bellows be replaced?
every two years
Inspect the bellows annually and replace it every two years. Many, myself included, feel that if the drive is removed for inspection, you may as well just replace the bellows while you’re at it.
How much does it cost to repair a bellows on a boat?
You can expect to pay under $100 if you them. It’s best to replace all the bellows at the same time.
What is the difference between Mercruiser Alpha Gen 1 and Gen 2?
The Alpha Gen II upper and lower housings are fastened together with two through bolts on either side of the drive along with the front and rear bolts, while the Gen 1 drives use one stud visible on either side. Alpha Ones have two studs under the ventilation plate just above the prop.
What happens when bellows fail?
Bellows must be flexible to allow steering and tilting and maintain that flexibility without fracturing under seasonal temperature swings, moisture and dryness, UV ray absorption, vibration and mechanical abrasion. If the bellows fail, they can let enough water into the boat to sink it.
How do you check a boat bellows?
There is a very easy way to figure out if there is something that is wrong with your bellows – if there is water in your cabin, then there is likely a crack somewhere in your boat (or perhaps a loose gasket or clamp). If there is a loud noise while driving, that might also be a sign of trouble.
How do you tell if your bellows leak?
If it is leaking badly, you’ll hear a roaring sound coming from the back of the boat. That’s a sure sign. It’s basically water getting into the bearing grease and rusting the bearing. The bellows itself is the beefy rubber boot that goes from the transom assembly to the upper drive housing.
Are all Alpha One Gen 1 lower units the same?
All Alpha I’s Lower Unit (not the Pre Alpha with the lift ring/or the pre-load nipple on top of the shaft) are interchangeable. The difference in the gear ratio will be in the Upper Unit.
Will This transom seal kit fit a MerCruiser alpha 1?
New transom seal kit for MerCruiser marine sterndrives. Fits R, MR, Alpha 1 (1983-90) serial number 6225577 and up, and Alpha 1 SS (1986-89) serial number OA 545004 and up. Does not fit Alpha 1 Gen 2
How much does it cost to replace a 30 803099t1 bellows?
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How much does a transom bellows repair reseal kit cost?
JINGYU Fits MerCruiser Alpha 1 Gen 1 R, MR and #1 Stern Drives 1973-1990 Transom Bellows Repair Reseal Kit Replaces 30-803097T1 4.6 out of 5 stars37 $69.89$69.89 Get it as soon as Tue, Jan 11 FREE Shipping by Amazon Previous123…20Next NEED HELP? Visit the help section or contact us
What serial number does the alpha 1 SS fit?
Fits R, MR, Alpha 1 (1983-90) serial number 6225577 and up, and Alpha 1 SS (1986-89) serial number OA 545004 and up. Does not fit Alpha 1 Gen 2