{"product_id":"yamaha-32","title":"Yamaha F115 25\" Drive Shaft Assembly - 68V-45501-30-00","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYamaha 68V-45501-30-00\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine Yamaha OEM \u003cstrong\u003edrive shaft assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e used in select Yamaha F115 and LF115 outboard lower-unit assemblies. This vertical drive shaft transfers rotation from the engine crankshaft down through the midsection into the lower gearcase, where it drives the pinion gear and supports water pump operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\"-30-00\"\u003c\/strong\u003e suffix is commonly associated with the extra-long \u003cstrong\u003e25-inch \/ X-shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e configuration. This part should be matched by exact model, shaft length, lower-unit diagram, and Yamaha serial\/application lookup before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Yamaha OEM lower-unit drive shaft assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamaha part number: \u003cstrong\u003e68V-45501-30-00\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternate formatting: \u003cstrong\u003e68V-45501-30\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e68V455013000\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed in select Yamaha 115 HP four-stroke lower casing assemblies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly associated with \u003cstrong\u003e25-inch \/ extra-long \/ X-shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransfers power from the powerhead to the lower-unit gear housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterfaces with the water pump, driveshaft seals, bearing\/seal components, and pinion gear area where specified by the Yamaha parts diagram.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt for lower-unit service where the original shaft is worn, bent, corroded, damaged, or the incorrect shaft length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon application context includes select Yamaha 115 HP four-stroke outboards by model, serial range, shaft length, and lower-casing diagram, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha F115\u003c\/strong\u003e inline-4 four-stroke models where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha LF115\u003c\/strong\u003e counter-rotation four-stroke models where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eF115TXR \/ F115XA \/ F115TLR\u003c\/strong\u003e and related 115 HP four-stroke model variants where the Yamaha parts diagram calls for \u003cstrong\u003e68V-45501-30-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect 25-inch transom \/ extra-long shaft lower-unit assemblies where this suffix is specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this drive shaft only where the Yamaha parts diagram specifically calls for \u003cstrong\u003e68V-45501-30-00\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm fitment by Yamaha model code, serial number, shaft length, rotation direction, lower-unit style, and exact lower-casing drive diagram before ordering. Yamaha 115 HP four-stroke models can use different drive shaft lengths, gearcase configurations, and lower-unit components depending on model year, transom height, rotation, and production range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace the drive shaft if the original shaft is bent, twisted, heavily corroded, worn at the seal surface, damaged at the splines, pitted where seals ride, or has failed during lower-unit service. It should also be inspected during gearcase rebuilds, water pump service, impact repairs, and any lower-unit teardown where shaft condition affects sealing, alignment, or power transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLubricate the upper driveshaft splines with the Yamaha-approved marine grease specified in the service manual before installation. Do not install the shaft dry. Inspect the crankshaft spline engagement, water pump base, impeller, driveshaft seals, pinion gear, bearings, shims, and related lower-unit hardware while the assembly is apart. Replace disturbed seals and gaskets as required by the Yamaha service procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify shaft length before installation. If the outboard is a standard 20-inch long-shaft model, it may require a different drive shaft than the \u003cstrong\u003e\"-30-00\"\u003c\/strong\u003e 25-inch extra-long version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e68V-45501-30-00\u003c\/strong\u003e — Yamaha OEM part number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e68V-45501-30\u003c\/strong\u003e — alternate catalog formatting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e68V455013000\u003c\/strong\u003e — condensed catalog formatting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e68V-45501-00-00\u003c\/strong\u003e — related standard-length reference; verify by shaft length and model before substitution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrive shaft fitment depends heavily on shaft length and lower-unit configuration. A 25-inch shaft cannot be selected by horsepower alone, even within the Yamaha F115 family. Always confirm the model suffix, serial number, lower-unit diagram, and transom height before ordering so the shaft matches the gearcase, water pump stack, and crankshaft spline engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43564299386916,"sku":"68V-45501-30-00","price":614.37,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/0e5e2925-c0d4-492b-acf7-35096a6fec04.png?v=1781213594","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/yamaha-32","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}