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Old 02-22-2013, 05:56 AM   #5
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My Sidepower bow thruster had seawater intrusion into the gearleg due to improper installation (whoever installed it did not mount it using two exterior gaskets nor sealant per instructions). This led to corrosion of the shaft, a worn shaft seal, constant loss of oil and lots of noise. Had to buy a new gearleg.

The new ones are sealed and do not require an exterior oil reservoir. The new gearleg also came with Sidepower's new "Q" prop.

Much quieter.
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