Hey gang! I've owned a boat for about 7 years now so I'm gradually learning more with each passing year. I'm a little puzzled by this problem and before I tear into the lower unit I thought I'd seek out some direction.
Weeks ago I took it upon myself to change the water pump. That seemed to go just fine. I replaced the impeller, but didn't go after the seals under the housing.
I took to the lake and spent a few hours out there running it and fishing. I pulled the boat out and parked it at home, everything looked good. The next morning is when I noticed some clear gear oil leaking out of a hole (not sure what to call it but it's called out in the picture). I just dumped a fair amount of money into the motor for an unrelated issue so seeing that put me off and I couldn't stomach investigating at the time.
I did some reading on the forums and learned that my problem could be seals near the shift shaft but I'm wondering if it has anything to do with not replacing the seals under the water pump housing.
I know the only way to be sure is to look so tonight I plan on pulling the drain plug to check for water but in the mean time I'm wondering what you think Could there be a seal breakdown near the shift shaft? Are leaks in this location typical when a particular seal or ring fails? I'd like to handle this one on my own and avoid the substantial hit to my wallet if I can. Thanks for the help!
MM
Weeks ago I took it upon myself to change the water pump. That seemed to go just fine. I replaced the impeller, but didn't go after the seals under the housing.
I took to the lake and spent a few hours out there running it and fishing. I pulled the boat out and parked it at home, everything looked good. The next morning is when I noticed some clear gear oil leaking out of a hole (not sure what to call it but it's called out in the picture). I just dumped a fair amount of money into the motor for an unrelated issue so seeing that put me off and I couldn't stomach investigating at the time.
I did some reading on the forums and learned that my problem could be seals near the shift shaft but I'm wondering if it has anything to do with not replacing the seals under the water pump housing.
I know the only way to be sure is to look so tonight I plan on pulling the drain plug to check for water but in the mean time I'm wondering what you think Could there be a seal breakdown near the shift shaft? Are leaks in this location typical when a particular seal or ring fails? I'd like to handle this one on my own and avoid the substantial hit to my wallet if I can. Thanks for the help!
MM
