I had a milky oil in the gear-case situation going on at the end of last season in MN. Its time for me to get this fixed. I have replaced the impeller and related seals a few years ago. All has been well with the lower unit until last year. I did change the gear oil and put some silicone on the fill and drain plugs as the seals were questionable there. Still leaking. I have an OMC lower seal kit in hand. I would still need to pick up a few other things for the job. Unknown hours and service history on the outboard. I suspect prop-shaft seal has possibly been damaged from fishing line, but not sure. I do not have any outboard specific tools for the job or a holding fixture.
Where do you suggest I start here? Should I definitely attempt a pressure test with the lower unit still on boat? (I don't have a pressure tester, but feel like i could rig something up)
Possibly just replace prop-shaft seals if found leaking, drain/fill plugs and give it a try?
Would you just bite the bullet and remove the lower unit, replace everything, and then pressure/vac test before install?
Appreciate any advice.
Where do you suggest I start here? Should I definitely attempt a pressure test with the lower unit still on boat? (I don't have a pressure tester, but feel like i could rig something up)
Possibly just replace prop-shaft seals if found leaking, drain/fill plugs and give it a try?
Would you just bite the bullet and remove the lower unit, replace everything, and then pressure/vac test before install?
Appreciate any advice.
