impeller installation

[Henry]

I have a 2002 yamaha 2 stroke engine. How difficult is it to change out the impeller? Thanks

[Juan]

Not much trouble... and you can find step by step instructions online or short videos on YouTube. I would only recommend changing the entire housing and not just the impeller.

[Henry]

Will do. Thankyou for your assistance input.

[Simple Man]

Like Juan said its not a difficult job UNLESS the bolts holding the lower unit on are seized! Then it can be a bad time. Do yourself or the next guy a favor while doing this and put some anti seize on the bolts when you put it back together.

[Deleted]

I found this video helpful:
www.viddler.com/explore/bizhouse/videos/2/

I had to tap my lower with a rubber mallet a few times but it came off fine. Now its a breeze since i greased the bolts like Simple Man said. Also, i recommend keeping a close eye on the 2 rubber o-rings that go inside the housing when re-installing it. Sometimes they move out of place while lowering the housing down the drive shaft. Just give it a quick look before lowering completely and you're all set to bolt the housing down.

[seagristle]

Been doing the impellors on my 150 2 stroke myself since '02. Not difficult at all once you've done it.
Buy the kit the first time. There's a little plastic part the goes around the shaft that you will break getting it off every time. I replace the o rings every time. I don't replace the bottom plate unless it looks worn. Make sure you get the shift shaft in right otherwise you'll get to the dock and it won't go anywhere (been there). I would use gear lube on the bolts, not anti-seize (subject to galvanic corrosion). Even if you can't finish the job, just being able to take the lower unit off and take it to the shop will save you some money.

[seagristle]

Really good video xpac. He sure makes it look easy!

[T-Topless]

Good advice above - also ... Free Yamaha Owners Manuals : www.yamahaoutboards.com/owner-resources/owners-manuals