Boat Maintenance & Repair Self-Help
Selecting Outdrive Gear Ratios
Select the proper gear ratio for your sterndrive (outdrive) using this table.
Selecting Trim Cylinders
Most original Mercruiser trim cylinders have a casting number in the side of the main black tube. That casting number can also tell you exactly which trim cylinder you'll need to order to replace your old or damaged cylinder.
Which Outdrive Do I Need: Gen-1 or Gen-2?
Trying to figure out which outdrive (sterndrive) to buy when it's time to replace your current one is really a lot less complicated than it sounds.
Feel free to call us toll-free at (866) 969-0441 if you have questions or need any further information. We will be happy to assist you find the right outdrive, trim cylinder, or any part for your boat repair.
Call us at 919-247-0928 to place an order or for assistance at any time. 
GetBoatGear.com is an authorized dealer for Sterndrive Engineering Marine products. Boating items we currently offer include complete, lower, and upper unit outdrives, outdrive install kits, transom repair parts, shift cables, anode kits, trim cylinders, trim cylinder hoses, and boat propellers. We welcome the opportunity to help find the parts and items you need for your boat.