OMC lubricants

[tmosgood]

Hi all,

Getting ready to "de-winterize" my 1979 9.9 Evinrude outboard. I have a couple of questions. I am reading the original manual and it mentions the different types of lubricant needed to service this engine.

There are two types listed - an anti-corrosion lube (to be applied to specific points inside in the engine and to be applied using a grease gun) and an OMC Hi-Vis gearcase lube to be used when changing the lower-unit oil.

However, when shopping at evinrude.com, they only offer the "gearcase" lube and no anti-corrosion lube. Is there a difference? I know the difference between lower-unit oil and typical marine grease - is that what I need to buy to lubricate the moving parts inside the engine (marine grease) or am I missing something?

Also, would you stick to the OMC brand for these simple lubricants or will any do?

Thanks again.

Tim

 

[1946Zephyr]

Re: OMC lubricants

The anti-corrosion lube would be for the moving parts, and the High Viscosity oil would be for the lower unit. A lot of auto parts stores sell brands that are cheaper and most likely just as good.

 

[boobie]

Re: OMC lubricants

Check with your local NAPA store as they handle a lot of marine parts. The anti-corrosion lube was replaced by triple-guard grease.

 

[tmosgood]

Re: OMC lubricants

Check with your local NAPA store as they handle a lot of marine parts. The anti-corrosion lube was replaced by triple-guard grease.

Would it be OK to use the anti corrosion spray offered at West Marine?

 

[boobie]

Re: OMC lubricants

If you're in a salt water area it's a good idea to spray your p/h and ect with it.