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John
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    Austin said:

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    I have never opened up a lower unit before.

    awesome rig you have there Austin !! my favorite setup.
    I too have never opened a lower unit before. For some reason, I have always
    been intimidated by it and always took it to the mechanic for big bucks.
    A friend/member here gave me an old 33hp that is almost identical to the RD-19s
    to practice on and – wow – getting into a gear case is so simple !!!
    only a few moving parts and the parts catalog gives you the diagram of how
    to arrange it all to put it back. Marine Engine also has the parts diagram to go by.
    If you think it has never been serviced before, it may need a few items replaced
    such as bearings, seals and clutch dog. . . . . so, just drain the oil, put it on your work bench
    or kitchen table and have at it !!!

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