1983 omc 3.8

[6racer]

hello all i got a question whats the difference between these two boots the first and the third
http://bpi.ebasicpower.com/c/OMC1A/Transom+Plate+Seals+for+OMC
and also does any1 have any tips on installing this i plan to do it by not taking the drive off just slippin it on and if you guys can tell me if this is the right fuel filter/canister that this motor takes it looks the same http://www.iboats.com/Sierra_18_7861_Replacement_Canister_and_Filter/dm/*******.520916316--**********.269030839--view_id.173336. thanks guys


Nick

 

[Scottdock]

Re: 1983 omc 3.8

The difference in the boots are the company that makes them. As for the fuel filter just remove the old one and check for numbers.

 

[chiefalen]

Re: 1983 omc 3.8

22 hole one, doesn't matter who makes it the cheapest one you can find.

The fuel filter is standard and can be found at wal-mart also just bring it with you.

The motor takes 30 weight straight oil and the oil filter can be found at wal-mart as all the other lube you need. Gear oil also.

 

[Howard Sterndrive]

Re: 1983 omc 3.8

http://www.iboats.com/Sierra_18_7861_Replacement_Canister_and_Filter/dm/*******.520916316--**********.269030839--view_id.173336.

you are actually supposed to replace the canister with every filter on the 3.8.
It's a steel can and they are afraid of rust from water in the fuel...
the decal on it says to toss it.

Mine is original - I just inspect the can annually.

 

[6racer]

Re: 1983 omc 3.8

ya the reason i wanted to replace the canister is cuase i was feelin the bottom of it and my finger put a hole in it :/ lol thanks for all the help

 

[chiefalen]

Re: 1983 omc 3.8

You could if you want replace the whole thing and put a fuel water separator.