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Volvo Penta Duoprop Dp-sm 1.78 Complete Sterndrive on 2040-parts.com

Location:

Spring, Texas, United States

Spring, Texas, United States
Condition:Used Brand:Volvo Penta Manufacturer Part Number:3868912

This is for the complete sterndrive unit (upper and lower).  No props.  Bought in July 2009. Cosmetically this unit is in great shape.  This unit has only been in fresh lakes and never has been in water for extended time.  Only weekend trips and then boat has always been in closed storage. Approximately 150 hours on the unit.  The unit is seized and has damaged gearing. Gear shavings found in the oil and above top unit.  I'm not a boat mechanic but this unit will require a rebuild. 
Shipping will cost $150-200.
Local pickup available.

Summary:

  •          I bought this new unit in July 2009
  •          has less than 200 hours on it 
  •          been in fresh water lake only
  •           never in water for more than a few days, otherwise in closed storage
  •           does not have a bent prop shaft, props spin freely
  •           upper unit is jammed/seized and metal shavings are evident (see pic)
  •           mechanic says the unit can be rebuilt.  probably for under $2500
  •      This unit as a rebuilt sells for $6500 as shown on Marine Power Service website

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