Inner prop Replacment?

[HoleHopper]

I brought my boat in for a spring tune up and the guy behind the counter told me that the inner prop needs to be replaced every other year. I asked him what an inner prop was and he said it was the rubber prop in the lower unit that makes the outbourd pee, and cools the engine. I then asked him how much it costs to get this item replaced, and he said $240.00
It is a 75 Merc tiller. Does it seem right to have to replace this item every other year? $240.00?
Seems out of line to me. What do you think? Thanx

[Paul Waldowski]

Inner prop????

Impeller is more like it.....and no they don't need to be replaced every other year.

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Paul
Drake Motel

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Marcum
Otter Outdoors
JR's Tackle

[Valv]

Paul is correct, you could if you want, but definitely NOT for $ 240.00
An impeller for your motor will cost no more than $ 20.00, labor to install it no more than $ 100.00

I would definitely try another shop, this one looks like is trying to take you for a "ride".

[Chris Haley]

My 75hp mariner cost me $114. I would have it changed evry third year depending on use.

[HoleHopper]

Thanks for the replies, it has helped me greatly, once again! and thanx for the correction Paul! Sometimes I dont listen well. I wont forget what its called again. HoleHopper

[Rost]

Mr. Holehopper-
Don't pay that rediculous amount! Do even pay $100 for it! Spend $22 and do it your self! I just did mine a week ago (75 hp Mariner). And it is one of the simplest things to do. Almost as simple as an oil change. In fact, it took me about an hour from start to finish. Let me know if you need help.