I have a 1986 150 S/N A943153 Mariner outboard that shifts good and runs ok.My question is when I remove the boat from the water, while installing the motor support I have noticed that the output shaft area of the foot is very warm.I have changed the oil in the foot and checked for metal shavings[none found].I have had this boat for many years and just don't recall the foot being warm in the past.I have not made a habit of checking this in the past but now it has my attention.Is the exhaust gas heating it up or should I disassemble the unit for a better look.There seems to be no problem or noise just seems a little warmer than I would expect.
Thanks Chris
Thanks Chris