This gearcase won’t fail you!

Last week discovered more about New Non-OEM Gearcases which tend to be inferior in quality but can save you money in the short term. Next up on our gearcase education tour is the new OEM (original equipment manufacturer) unit.

The new OEM unit is made by your motor manufacturer (ie. Volvo, Mercury, Evinrude…) and will contain original factory parts.  Of course, with new OEM parts and premium factory labor, this product will be the most expensive of the three replacement choices we cover. Quality manufacturing on a OEM gearcase is a guarantee and the unit will come with a nice warranty.  Warranties will vary by manufacturer so please check with a knowledgeable dealer regarding the warranty.

Generally your dealer will not have the exact OEM gearcase you need in stock since they are expensive and as a result do not sell as often. Expect about 4 days to wait for your new OEM lower unit to arrive at your dealership and add time for installation if necessary. Once installed, you should have comfort in knowing you selected the best unit available on the market.

Call us at 913-342-0011 or email us for more information on new OEM gearcases for your boat motor.

 

Score Some Cash -Send Us Your Core

The busy summer season is dwindling down giving us a chance to remind gearcase customers to cash in on the core refund. Customers who purchase a lower unit from US Boatworks are eligible for a refund when you return a good core back to us.  If you are one of those customers, send your core back to us – we need them! More information on our core program can be found on our core policy page.

As one of the top remanufacturers of gear cases in the US, our technicians continually rebuild gear cases so they are in stock when ordered.  So that we can build all those gear cases, we need good used cores to start the refurbish process. We need your cores! Recycle your housing, save the environment and earn some money in the process.

 
If you have a used Evinrude, Mercury or Volvo-Penta outdrive cores laying around, put some cash in your pocket today.  We buy Mercury cores, Volvo Penta Sterndrive cores and Evinrude cores.  You will be paid based on the condition of the core you send us.

If you have replaced a damaged gear case lately, don’t throw that old lower unit out!  Turn it into cash. $$$$$$

The Truth About Replacement Gearcases

I want to address a big problem in our industry that no one is telling you about.  The reason for this article is to clear up confusion when it comes to selecting a replacement gearcase.  You see, not all gear cases are made the same and just because the price tag is lower doesn’t necessarily mean that you are saving money in the long run.  The trouble is, it is impossible to see what is on the inside & even if you could see inside, would you know what you are looking at? Ultimately, what is inside that makes all the difference & since you can’t see inside, selecting a reliable rebuilder with an outstanding reputation is the most important factor when choosing a remanufacturer.

US Boatworks has been rebuilding lower units for over 30 years.  Our mechanics are Mercury, Mercruiser, OMC, Evinrude, Volvo certified and have been remanufacturing gear cases for over 30 years. Lower Units are our speciality so I thought we could take a look at the gear cases and lower unit parts in our parts room.  The parts reviewed below are the components that go into our remanufactured lower units.  The benefits of buying remanufactured lower unit are that you save significant amount of money over buying a new OEM gear case.  You can rest assured that our remanufactured lower units are always built to the strictest OEM standards.

Here is a look at our Lower Units Inventory.  First up are Mercuriser Uppers in stock, ready to ship.

Shown next, are some of our Mercruiser Gearcases.  These gear cases are remanufactured to the latest manufacturer specifications to allow for an excellent quality lower unit.  Mercruiser Uppers on the bottom rack and Mercruiser Lower Units on the top rack.

As we continue to journey through our enormous parts room,  we find Evinrude  and Mercury Lower Units.

The last two racks pictured here are OMC Lower Unit parts and Volvo Sterndrive Gear Case components     

The pictures above are a small sampling of the huge lower unit inventory at US Boatworks.  Visit our Lower Units page to buy Mercruiser Sterndrive gearcases, Mercury Lower Units, Evirnude Lower Units, Johnson Lower Units, Mariner Lower Units, Force Lower Units, and Volvo Penta Lower Units. Choose US Boatworks, the most reliable gearcase rebuilder around. We will keep you out on the water!

We are on a Mission!

We are a company on a mission to help boaters select the best replacement gearcase available.  While some boat shops will sell you an unreliable piece of garbage to get your sale, we won’t stand for inferior products.  Our mission is to be sure our buyers are educated about their lower unit choices so they can pick the best product for their needs and budget.  In this article I will discuss the three replacement choices and let you decide.

You may have been through this already, but if you haven’t beware – there are new, replacement, non-oem lower units on the market selling for very cheap prices.  The saying goes – “you get what you pay for” and that may be true in this case.  On the plus side, some of these non-oem products offer excellent warranties but what they can’t replace is your missed outings on the boat while you fix or replace the cheap one you purchased.  They can’t replace your time towing the boat back to shore, time (headache) taking the boat to your repair shop and time with follow up to get your boat back on the water.  Also, most of these warranties do not cover labor to have your repair shop diagnose and re-install a new unit. So again, buyer beware that while cheap, these units are not very reliable.

Next up on our education tour is the OEM (original equipment manufacturer)  unit.  This unit is made by your motor manufacturer (ie. Volvo, Mercury, Evinrude) and will contain original OEM parts.  Of course, with new OEM parts, this product will be the most expensive of the three replacement choices. Quality manufacturing is a guarantee and the unit will come with a nice warranty.  Warranties will vary by manufacturer so please check with a knowledgeable dealer regarding the warranty.

Remanufactured Gearcase

The third and final choice is a rebuilt or remanufactured gearcase.  This unit should be built by quality, trained mechanics with OEM parts.  These units offer the best of both worlds, giving you OEM parts, a unit assembled by trained mechanics in the US and a nice price savings over new OEM units.  This option is the preferred choice of most boaters.

If you are looking for a reputable remanufacture of lower units, check out US Boatworks in Kansas City.  We have been in the Replacement Drive business for over 30 years and know your motor inside and out. We offer personalized service and will get your unit to you with the exact specifications needed.  Insurance claims are always welcome there.  Our owner personally handles all insurance claims and is happy to talk with you and your adjuster to get the best deal for you.  We have been replacing outdrives for over 30 years.
Call us at 913-342-0011 or email us for more info.

 

Remanufactured Lower Unit availability and pricing from US Boatworks

We pay cash for lower unit cores!

The busy summer season is still upon us and the demand for rebuilt lower units is high.  Customers who purchase a lower unit from US Boatworks are eligible for a refund when you return a good core back to us.  If you are one of those customers, send your core back to us – we need them!

As one of the top remanufacturers of lower units in the US, rebuild are continually rebuilding gear cases so they are ready to ship out when ordered.  In order to build all those gear cases, we need good used cores to start the refurbish process. We need your cores! Recycle your housing, save the environment and earn some money in the process.

If you have used Evinrude, Mercury or Volvo-Penta outdrive cores laying around, put some cash in your pocket by sending them to us.  We buy Volvo Penta Sterndrive cores, Mercury cores and Evinrude cores and pay you based on the condition of the core you send us.

If you have replaced a damaged gear case lately, don’t throw that old lower unit out!  Turn it into cash. $$$$$$

Introducing Our New Volvo-Penta SX-A Lower Unit

US Boatworks now proudly carries the hard to find SX-A gear case in several different configurations to fit years 2007-2016. Our remanufacture department has been hard at work this winter to make the quality Volvo Sterndrive Housings in the following specifications:

OEM# 3842606	SX-A LOWER (17/30) 2.18 RATIO	$2,695
3842605	SX-A LOWER (17/27) 1.97 & 1.66 RATIO	$2,695
3842604	SX-A LOWER (17/26) 1.60 & 1.89 RATIO	$2,695
3842603	SX-A LOWER (18/26) 1.79 & 1.51 RATIO	$2,695
3842602	SX-A LOWER (19/26) 1.43 RATIO	$2,695

There are many reasons to purchase a rebuilt sterndrive lower unit over buying new.  Those reasons are:

-Units are priced at deep discounts to save you money -Gearcases are built new to manufacturer specifications 

-Units include all internal parts & is fully compatible & interchangeable with OEM drives 

-All units include a full 1 year warranty 

-Products usually ship in 24 hours

Please call us or send us an email should you need help replacing you Volvo Lower Unit. You’ll be glad you did.

 

Reman Lower Unit availability and pricing

We Pay Cash for Lower Unit Cores

The busy summer season is winding down and we are already looking ahead to next year.  As one of the top remanufacturers of lower units in the US, we spend a good chunk of the winter months rebuilding gear cases so they are ready to ship out in the spring.  In order to build all those gear cases, we need good used cores to start the refurbish process. We need your cores! Recycle your housing, save the environment and earn some money in the process.

If you have used Evinrude, Mercury or Volvo-Penta outdrive cores laying around, put some cash in your pocket by sending them to us.  We buy Volvo Penta Sterndrive cores, Mercury cores and Evinrude cores and pay you based on the condition of the core you send us.



Don't throw that old lower unit out!  Turn it into cash. $$$$$$


   

US Boatworks, Quality Lower Unit Remanufacturing for over 30 Years

Introducing Our New Volvo-Penta DP-SM Lower Unit

US Boatworks now proudly carries the hard to find DP-SM gear case in several different configurations.  Our remanufacture department has been hard at work this winter to make the quality Volvo Sterndrive Housings in the following specifications:

DP-SM LOWER (17/29) 1.78 RATIO  

DP-SM LOWER (16/30) 1.95 RATIO

DP-SM LOWER (16/30) 2.32 RATIO

There are many reasons to purchase a remanufactured sterndrive lower unit over buying new.  Those reasons are:

-Units are priced at deep discounts to save you money
-Gearcases are built new to manufacturer specifications
-Units include all internal parts & is fully compatible & interchangeable with OEM drives
-All units include a full 1 year warranty.
-Products usually ship in 24 hours

Please call us or send us an email should you need help replacing you Volvo Lower Unit. You’ll be glad you did.

Reman Lower Unit availability and pricing

Now stocking Volvo SX-M Lower Unit

New to our extensive line up of Remanufactured lower
and upper units is the Volvo-Penta SX-M. The Volvo SX-M lower unit
or upper unit fits model years 1994- current. We carry all gear ratios.
This popular lower unit currently sells for $ 5,500 when you return a good core
back to us. Call 913-342-0011 to order yours today. Supply is
limited.

Lower Units

Lower Units

As the month of January just passed,
we look back at the highlights of the month.  With all the snow and chilly
temperatures this month, sales were slower than expected.  We did ship out
a number of Mercury lower units and
Evinrude lower units in January.  People are
taking advantage of the slow season and buying their boat parts now.  The
January boat shows in the Kansas City area draw some excitement and get
customers thinking about boating.  Most of the booths at the show are
showing the newest, expensive boats around.  What Kansas City based US
Boatworks offers is an economical way to get into boating.  If you already
own a boat that may need repairs, our service department is one of the most
respected in town.  Our shop hourly rate is lower than most and our parts
are reasonably priced. 

Now is a great time to get
used Mercury or
Evinrude motors too as the few we have in
stock wont last long.   If you are in the market for a new outboard
motor, our 2010 Mercury outboards and
Evinrude outboards are in our showroom.  Stay tuned for more info on our
new 2010 outboard motors.

Monday, busy Monday

They tell me that after Labor Day, the boaters are putting up their boats for
the season, but that is not the case this year.  Our
boat
parts are flying off the shelves.  Customers are still coming in
from all over Kansas and
Missouri boat repair.  This
past weekend the boaters were out on the Kansas area lakes because of the sunny
warm weather on Sunday. 

One customer who came by today looking for a new outdrive told us he
destroyed the gear case on a tree stump in Smithville lake.  Our
rebuilt outdrive was
the way he went to repair his motor.  We explained the pros and cons of
both our new and
remanufactured outdrives. 
In this case, he chose the quality of the rebuilt lower unit.  We know he
will be happy with his decision for years to come & should he ever have a
problem with his outdrive, we will be
here.  US Boatworks has been in the boat parts and repair business for over
25 years.   We will be here in the future should you need us again.