Thx for the tip Bondo, you were right the outdrive was pretty easy to remove.
Important note though!!!! To anyone who is new to this repair like me, when it comes time to remove the outdrive make sure you remove the center pin first before you take out the six bolts holding it to the gimbal...
Seals arrived today, the installer piece was diffrent than the round piece I have seen in previous videos. I wonder if this is an improvement to the other installer part or just diffrent mfg design.
Yes I've read that Dubed, Now when you say face the coolant I assume you mean the Lips of the seal will be facing me correct? And since we're on the subject anyone have a good solution on how to press these seals on to the shaft. I have only seen one video on this and the guy pushed them onto...
Thanks for the tips Kenny, I bought the Permatex Sleeve Retainer for the shaft application you mentioned. Is this sealant appropriate for what you suggested? I also like the tip with the tape, I have yet to see anyone cut the flange away from the sleeves, however I knew it needed to be done and...
Thx Roy, I was expecting the shaft to be a little rusted and or gaulded. I bought Speedy sleeve to address that if it comes up. Appreciate the response.
I couldn't agree more Kenny, unfortunately it's getting close to fall and being that I'm very new to this hobby I just wanted to get this leek addressed so I could read up on and learn how to winterize the boat before winter. Between work and family obligations I'm very limited to weekend...
Thx Grub54891, I will try and document as best I can for others to learn by my trial and error. If anyone is interested hear is the link to the complete procedure from Sterndrive.com.
Seal Repair Procedure / Sterndrive.com
Thank you Brian3127,
Appreciate your feedback.
Hi Everyone, my name is Chris, new to this forum and new to boating. I recently acquired a 1977 Mercruiser 470 3.7. After settling in over the last few weeks looking over the boat and assessing it's condition, reading the service manual and numerous posts from this forum I have decided to...
