If I was asked once I was asked a dozen times about either how to replace an impeller.. Or could I do it for them,
By the time I have explained how to do it I could have done it already, I did this video to save me time and hopefully show others how easy it is,
The 15 HP impeller was just over 3 years old before it totally failed, the 5 HP impeller was over 5 years old and only one blade broke off, the 5 was working fine but after seeing the condition of the 15 Lucky for me I decided to change both,
This was the third time I had to take the leg off the 15, first time I put it back together I found I had forgot to put the sleeve back on the drive shaft,
I have 3 more outboards that have impellers in for more than 3 years, after seeing the condition of the 15 you can be sure they are next to be done,
I personally will inspect them every year and replace every 3 years,
http://youtube.com/watch?v=eielvaGVitA