1995 mercruiser 3.0 lx engine

sf43

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owned this boat for 2 years runs smooth no problems noticed motor oil under engine tighten pan bolts no help can not locate leak can anybody send me in right direction have paper under now to try to locate leak also wondering what would cause porcelain on spark plug to crack same cyclinder in two years porcelain cracked motor runs great thankx mike
 

Fishermark

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Re: 1995 mercruiser 3.0 lx engine

Clean the engine good first. Then apply some baby powder - it will help track down any oil tracks. (And keep away any rashes as well! ;) ).

You have all kinds of possible sources of leaks - including a rusted out timing cover or pan. Good luck!
 

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Re: 1995 mercruiser 3.0 lx engine

I keep motor spotless will check by cover ,thanks captain
 

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Re: 1995 mercruiser 3.0 lx engine

I keep motor spotless will check by cover ,thanks captain
Ayuh,... The only trick I know of for findin' oil leaks, is;...
When ya think ya Found it,....

Look Higher for the real source......
 
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