rebuilt tilt and trim still leaking

[mariorice]

i have a 48 hp johnson and the tilt and trim was leaking out of the top shaft seal and i rebuilt the unit and bled it and it works fine but still leaks out of the top shaft seal . when i replaced the seal in the cylinder end cap (the cap with the spanner wrench holes ) directly under the seal is a groove that is filled with some waxy type stuff and alot of that was missing could this be my problem ?? any info would be greatly appreciated

 

[clanton]

Re: rebuilt tilt and trim still leaking

You using OEM seal kit? Model of engine helps, to id parts and service manual.

 

[clanton]

Re: rebuilt tilt and trim still leaking

The seal is a 2 part seal, the waxy stuff may be the old plastic backing.

 

[Haffiman]

Re: rebuilt tilt and trim still leaking

Did you check out the rod being completely straight and not bent?
Did you polish the rod before assembly?
A bent rod or any scratches and it will leak as well as a wobbly/worn bushing in the end cap.

 

[mariorice]

Re: rebuilt tilt and trim still leaking

yes im using oem its evinrude brp kit 0435567 and my model is j48esleim i will order another kit and give it another try

 

[mariorice]

Re: rebuilt tilt and trim still leaking

no i took for granted that it was straight and never checked for scratches and did not polish . super embarrassed that i didnt do any of the three but thats my upcoming weekend project info much appreciated ill keep you posted thanks