changing prop shaft seal

sstRobalo

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need to change prop shaft seal '85 merc 50hp..do i have to remove lower unit or is it done just from the prop side...i'm sure this has been discussed so if you can lead me to another post thats great ...thanx.........scott
 

zorak

Petty Officer 2nd Class
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May 19, 2009
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Re: changing prop shaft seal

You probably can but it's easier to get the lower unit reseal kit with all seals and gaskets and do everything at the same time.You will also have to make or buy a spanner tool to remove the plastic nut holding the bearing carrier. You will be getting pretty deep into the lower unit so i would invest in the proper manual as well just to make sure you put it back together right.
 
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