Re: Gearcase question

[Don]

Yes, you could use your driveshaft in the replacement gearcase. As you know, the driveshaft simply pulls out of the gearcase, so swapping it is simple. Perhaps the ball shift design was introduced in 1988. In either case, the ball shift gearcase will fit and can be used on your engine, you would just have to use a later parts books for any future internal parts replacements…
I am assssuming I am correct, your driveshaft has the groove for the oring, and the unit you are looking has no oring groove…
How much does the seller want for the used gearcase? Do you have a link so I can look at it?