75 Horse Mariner leaking from lower end

starkyb

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My 75 horse Mariner is leaking what appears to be lower unit fluid from the water intake holes. Is there some kind of seal that just needs to be replaced or is it likely something more serious going on. Any suggestions out there?
 

emckelvy

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Re: 75 Horse Mariner leaking from lower end

Usually a sign of leaking driveshaft oil seals. The gear oil will leak out into the water pump then finds its way out the intakes.

You can find a parts breakdown from one of these sites then order the appropriate seals, gaskets, etc:

www.boats.net

www.crowleymarine.com

www.mercruiserparts.com

Recommend you renew the impeller as well, while you have the lower unit down for repairs.

Note you'll also find parts here at the iBoats Store but no parts diagrams.

HTH..........ed
 
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