I need to remove the SS nose cone on my 6's to access the aluminum housing in front of the gear case, but I don't have the cone shaped Merc tool used for this. Any suggestions on how to remove the SS cone using "standard" tools: without damaging the cone?

I called Cola, but he's not returning calls.
Thanks

Get the right tools - I tried using drift pins, etc... with no luck. You also need to heat the case where the threads are to release the loctite.

I could dig up the part #'s for the tools if you need ....

The tool part numbers might be helpful: if I can afford the tools .

Thanks for the help.
John

My cost was just over $250 -

OK, I can handle that.
Thanks!

John, Call Vern Gilbert at 310 995-1670 for any tips. He's a great guy and knows these drives. Tell him hello from me. Good luck. Doug

Socket tool is 91-847468

and the pin is 91-847418




Good luck
Jon

Those 2 parts on mercruiserparts.com came out to $150 plus shipping.