I have a 1982 3.8 OMC with a model 800 sterndrive.<br />While trying to find the reason for my engine seizing up I removed the driveshaft from the intermediate housing. The outer bearing, closest to the ball gear is destroyed. The race in the housing still looks OK. Is replacing the two...
Does anyone know if the allowable bearing gap is different for marine engions than automotive ones? If so, what should the marine clearance be for a 3.8 Liter V6, chev engion?
My 3.8 Liter inboard seized up the first time in the water this year, after about 3 minutes, half throttle. Was able to get it turning over again after a couple of hours. Have now pulled the motor and inspected bearings etc. No obvious sign of major problem, seems to be small markings on all...
