I had trouble with my drivetrain this summer (525 hours), sometimes my transmission did not go into forward. Linkage was checked, so now I am having a mechanic friend pull the transmission. There have been posts on this in the past, but I am wondering if someone can help with some current info. While this work is being done I am thinking of upgrading a couple of other systems as well.
1. I will be replacing the damper plate....I will take opinions on which plate has worked best, there seems to be a few options.
2. A PPS dripless coupling. I am in fresh water but would like a dry bilge. I'm hoping someone that has done this upgrade can let me know the model #. Is this a worthwhile upgrade?
3. Cutless bearing. I have a little play in mine and this seems like the time to replace it. Does the rudder need to be dropped (hope not!)? Is there a special tool needed to do this?
4. Flex coupling. Does anyone have a part # and cost? Also, is this a worthwhile upgrade?
This is a 2001 C310, hull #160.
I know there are a lot of questions above and the answers may go off on tangents, but most of this is related because it can all be done at the same time, on the hard for the winter.
Thanks in advance for answers... the best forum with lots of knowledgeable people that are willing to share info.
dj
1. I will be replacing the damper plate....I will take opinions on which plate has worked best, there seems to be a few options.
2. A PPS dripless coupling. I am in fresh water but would like a dry bilge. I'm hoping someone that has done this upgrade can let me know the model #. Is this a worthwhile upgrade?
3. Cutless bearing. I have a little play in mine and this seems like the time to replace it. Does the rudder need to be dropped (hope not!)? Is there a special tool needed to do this?
4. Flex coupling. Does anyone have a part # and cost? Also, is this a worthwhile upgrade?
This is a 2001 C310, hull #160.
I know there are a lot of questions above and the answers may go off on tangents, but most of this is related because it can all be done at the same time, on the hard for the winter.
Thanks in advance for answers... the best forum with lots of knowledgeable people that are willing to share info.
dj