Milky Lube in Stern Drive Need Help

[iwldntli2u]

OK I have a type R1.98 Mercruiser Stern Drive. I went to change the lube today and found the lube milky. It did not seem to be to bad. This boat has been sitting for about a year. Can anyone offer some info on this problem? Should i just run the boat a couple of times and change again to see if the problem still there? Should i do something now? Help!!!!

 

[lenny2113]

Re: Milky Lube in Stern Drive Need Help

Rob, <br />Condensation is possible case here.<br />I would change the oil and filter and run the boat for a while. Check oil by pulling dipstick out after the first 10-20 minutes of running the boat. If you still have creamy substance on your dipstick then you have a problem. <br />If oil is clean - enjoy <br /><br />Best of luck<br />Lenny

 

[Walter]

Re: Milky Lube in Stern Drive Need Help

Are you referring to the engine or the outdrive?<br /><br />Walt

 

[iwldntli2u]

Re: Milky Lube in Stern Drive Need Help

Reffering to the outdrive.

 

[Doug Durako]

Re: Milky Lube in Stern Drive Need Help

Has it been milky before? Is this the first time you have changed it?<br /><br />If it was me, I would pressure test the seals in the lower unit--there's a kit you can buy or your local marine mechanic can do this. Replace any that are bad.<br /><br />Water is getting in somplace.