lower unit question

[medic2051]

about to re-attach the lower unit to my '75 johnson 50hp. Npticed that when i push down on the "boot" where the shift rod enters the lower unit a small amount of water squeezes out. Does this mean water got where itshouldn't be?<br /><br />If so, what now? Rebuild!!??

 

[ezeke]

Re: lower unit question

The boot is supposed to help protect the shaft from corrosion and debris at the point where it is moving in and out of the seal below the boot. I usually use OMC triple guard under there. The boot is not the seal.

 

[medic2051]

Re: lower unit question

Thanks. Lower unit re-attached, motor runs great.