Gauge/Test/Check for lower unit fluid - 115 Johnson

[Fair Boater]

I have a '73 Johnson 115 that recently lost the lower unit due to an age related leak. Is there any way to tap for a gauge/check fluid temp/etc. to help me know there is lube and not water in the lower unit, especially when running? I'd hate to have a loss like this happen again. Any help is appreciated in advance.<br />Bob

 

[wilde1j]

Re: Gauge/Test/Check for lower unit fluid - 115 Johnson

Check your owner's manual. No way to check LU while running.

 

[Fair Boater]

Re: Gauge/Test/Check for lower unit fluid - 115 Johnson

Thanks for the help, Jim...<br /><br />Bob

 

[wilde1j]

Re: Gauge/Test/Check for lower unit fluid - 115 Johnson

 

[wilde1j]

Re: Gauge/Test/Check for lower unit fluid - 115 Johnson

PS: You can check level with motor vertical by removing the vent (upper) LU screw. If fluid doesn't come out, use a paper clip as a dipstick to see if more is needed (it should be up to the vent hole).<br /><br />You can check for water by letting motor sit vertical overnight and removing BOTTOM LU screw for just a moment. If there's water, it'll be out first and obvious.

 

[Fair Boater]

Re: Gauge/Test/Check for lower unit fluid - 115 Johnson

WildeOne,<br /><br />Thanx for the advice on checking the oil! My boat repair facility offered the same advice when I asked them about checking the oil level.<br /><br />Now I'm on the water and enjoying the last moments of Michigan summer!<br /><br />Better Boatin' Bob