ronnieb09
Seaman Apprentice
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- Feb 27, 2009
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Engine is an 03 Johnson 25HP, 2 stroke. Last fall I changed the LU lube and did not observe any water or anything abnormal. Boat was stored for the winter and ran the motor once for about 30 minutes a few months ago to cycle in some fresh fuel. However today I noticed a small amount of gear lube around the shift rod, a few drops that appeared to come from the lower shift rod seal. I drained the unit into a clear container, did not see any water, fluid looked good. Pressure tested in a test tank at 18psi, did not see any leaks other than a bubble or two from the shift rod while shifting to reverse. Once in reverse, no bubbles, and drive and neutral looked good.
Anyone seen lube leak from the shift rod seal like this, I'm wondering if this warrants a seal replacement, or if it's just a freak occurance. Thanks.
Anyone seen lube leak from the shift rod seal like this, I'm wondering if this warrants a seal replacement, or if it's just a freak occurance. Thanks.