lower end problem 59 35hp

[pdcauseway]

i just picked up this motor been sitting up for who knows how long. i replaced impeller kit and seal where the driveshaft goes through.when i run the motor test tank i'm getting water in lower unit,the oil is creamy looking and some oil is coming to the surface. i don't think that is normal love some helpful hints.i also don't see any signs of oil leaking out when sitting dry.thanks

 

[bktheking]

Re: lower end problem 59 35hp

Probably old oil from sitting, probably need to be run for a while to get rid of it, just check for oil when it sits dry, like you said. How do you know you are getting water in the lower unit, have you pulled the drain plug to check it?

 

[samo_ott]

Re: lower end problem 59 35hp

Exactly. Oil on the water is probably just from the exhaust. You need to drain a bit from the LU to actually see what's in it. And if it's leaking, you can get a seal kit for it.

 

[pdcauseway]

Re: lower end problem 59 35hp

i drain it again this morning that is where i saw it creamy not sure if water or does the oil foam up with use in lower unit.wondering where the water could be coming in if it is.thanks

 

[pdcauseway]

Re: lower end problem 59 35hp

i drain it again this morning that is where i saw it creamy not sure if water or does the oil foam up with use in lower unit.wondering where the water could be coming in if it is.thanks

 

[lindy46]

Re: lower end problem 59 35hp

Best way to find leak is to pressure test it at about 10psi. You can get a pressure gauge on ebay for about $30. Pump it up and listen for leaks, or spray some dish soap on prop shaft, drain and vent screws, shifter pivot screw. If it's not leaking there, then it's either the driveshaft seal beneath the water pump or the shift rod seal. Usual leak spots are the drain and vent screws and the prop shaft seal.