Has anyone used the following stainless gimble ring? http://www.hillmarine.net/Mercruiser...ing-p/ssgr.htm

My gimble ring has some play in the upper pin. I was thinking of doing the J&R Marine kit for the swivel pin replacement. I won't know if my gimble ring needs to be repaired or replaced till I take it apart and inspect. This stainless ring looks like a nice option.

Thanks

I just did the JR kit, my rings were still in good shape so I just put the new pins in and reinstalled. I believe JR also rebuilds your ring for $275. The kit was pretty easy and I made my own tools. (did both at same time) No more slack!

Heard its not a perfect fit but will work with a tad bit of grinding to something along those lines. I was going to test fit one down the road but have not as of yet. the source who told me this was very reliable.

I just read your posts on the J&R kit. Thanks for the feedback. As soon as the weather breaks I'm going to remove the drive and use the J&R kit. I am hoping my ring is in good shape, but just wanted a backup plan incase the ring needs to be repaired or replaced.

Thank you for the response! After doing some more research last night it appears this is the same as the Cox brand. I read a few negatives about it. After my research and your comment it looks like it's a no go for me. I am going to be looking into the IMCO ring if mine needs repair. It looks like a stronger piece than the Mercury for only a few hundred dollars extra.

Thanks for the PM and have to run for bit I will Pm you back later so look for it. That was very welcomed on your part thank you. John

Hello all,
I am Bill Auberlen from X Power Drive. If you are looking for a gimbal ring we have the best in the business. It's a complete stainless replacement and it is 300% stronger than the stock HP ring. It is a direct replacement with zero modifications necessary to install it and to top it off we guarantee it for LIFE!!! That is something you never hear about in the boating world. They come completely polished like a mirror with all parts necessary for the install. We sell them ready to go for $1,500.00. If you need one give us a call.

Bill Auberlen
X Power Drive
805-320-5631
xpowerdrive.com

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i have installed a few stainless cox rings and can say they fit and they are stout

Thank You all

Shoot me for the stupid question, but how do you know when these parts a failing?