Thread: 250 E-TEC water pump life span and cost

I know the manaul says 3yr or 300hrs for the water pump.  My previous shop said they wouldn't bother until 400 or 500 hrs or overr 3 years.  I'll be approaching 400 hours if I go to the 3yr point.  Thoughts/recommendations?  What is the ballpark cost for replacement, I have fresh gear case oil already. Also, if I have to have my lower unit yanked under warranty for peeling paint, what extra...

We have to say to follow the owners manual and have your pump serviced at the 300 hour or 3 year mark. Our commercial customers go 400 hours before they change there's. Many shops will charge different prices. We charge $150.00 plus the pump kit which is appox $75.00.. If they are pulling the gearcase for warranty work then the labor would be much less to replace the pump. Again it all depends on the shop. Always get a price upfrount.