Re: I/O to outboard?
For the record, I have a 20 Seafari that has been used in salt water all it's life. It still has the original Merc drive. I replaced the engine unit in 2001 although the old one was still working when it came out. I did have to replace the transom assy, as it rotted (finally) behind the water hose in 1999. (Got a used one from the mid west)My point here is that the I/O set up can be VERY reliable when you feed it enough zinc anodes, use the correct anti-fouling paint and winterize it properly. To replace an I/O unit is often less costly then a bracket, hole job and new outboard. Just my thoughts.
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