{"product_id":"yamaha-gear-68v-45560-00-00","title":"Yamaha - Gear - 68V-45560-00-00","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1qxi25o\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"69\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"69\"\u003eYamaha - Gear - 68V-45560-00-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"74\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1og5t7q\" data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"91\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"91\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"493\"\u003eThe forward gear is a critical internal component of your Yamaha outboard’s lower unit, responsible for transferring engine power to the propeller when in forward motion. If this gear becomes worn or damaged, you’ll notice issues like grinding, slipping, or poor engagement. Replacing it restores smooth shifting and dependable propulsion, helping your outboard perform the way it should on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"498\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1j5qwet\" data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"519\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"519\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"875\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t3m8bl\" data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"605\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"549\"\u003eForward Drive Function\u003c\/strong\u003e – Engages propulsion when shifting into forward gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hdwwfk\" data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"693\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"633\"\u003ePrecision Gear Design\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ensures smooth engagement and efficient power transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ibcvsb\" data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"789\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"723\"\u003eOEM Yamaha Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e – Built to exact specifications for durability and reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18wuru6\" data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"875\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"816\"\u003eLower Unit Component\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for integration within the gearcase assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ww02hn\" data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eCompatible with Yamaha outboards using this forward gear within the \u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003elower unit drive system\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"elc90z\" data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003eQ: What does a forward gear do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eA: It transfers engine power to the propeller when the outboard is in forward motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003eQ: What are signs the gear is worn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eA: Grinding noise, slipping, difficulty shifting, or loss of forward propulsion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eQ: Is this part inside the lower unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eA: Yes, it is an internal gear within the gearcase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eQ: Is this a complete lower unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eA: No, this is a single internal gear component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eQ: Is installation difficult?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003eA: Yes, it requires disassembling the lower unit and is typically done by experienced technicians.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46938102989091,"sku":"68V-45560-00-00","price":539.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV236674.jpg?v=1698804368","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-mx\/products\/yamaha-gear-68v-45560-00-00","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}