470 Water leak

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foz192

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I have an 84 sea sprite with a 470 mercruiser engine. The boat leaks water near the bottom of the engine against the transom. Another boater said it was probably the bellows. How can I determine if it is the bellows? Also, is it easy for a do it yourselfer to repair? If, yes, where can I get info on how to repair it?

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Don (first time user)
 
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Moving to Mercruiser, Volvo and OMC I/O or Inboard Engine Problems forum.
 
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Easiest way it to pull the drive and check for water in the boot.
 
180shabah

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foz192 said:
...The boat leaks water near the bottom of the engine against the transom...
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Do you mean where the exhaust tube connects to the inner transom plate?

If so, it is most likely corroded or cracked and will need replaced. If so, this is a pretty big job, the engine will need to come out for access, which means the drive also comes off.

If you could post a picture showing exactly where the leak is, we might be able to help a little better.
 
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