daniel6762
Cadet
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About to start rebuilding a merc V6 150, I have being through what year it may be in another thread so for the intent of the question lets assume its a 19825 model.
My crankshaft has 8 sealing rings on it with provisions for one more, I understand that a gear drive is used on some models to run the oil injection pump but this has been removed on my motor.
Question is am I better off installing another crankshaft sealing ring to bring the total to 9 or should I reassemble the engine without it. ? What are the pros cons for both avenues ? The engine ran fine before with out the extra ring fitted. When I say fine, eventually #4 leaned out, don't believe it is related to the crankshaft ring not being fitted though.
My crankshaft has 8 sealing rings on it with provisions for one more, I understand that a gear drive is used on some models to run the oil injection pump but this has been removed on my motor.
Question is am I better off installing another crankshaft sealing ring to bring the total to 9 or should I reassemble the engine without it. ? What are the pros cons for both avenues ? The engine ran fine before with out the extra ring fitted. When I say fine, eventually #4 leaned out, don't believe it is related to the crankshaft ring not being fitted though.