oil dripping from engine

[michaelb]

I had my boat out of the water last week, and I noticed a small oil spot (3" diameter) that had appeared under the skegg of one of my outboards overnight. I have determined that the oil is not coming from the prop shaft seal or any other part of the lower unit. It appears to be draining down from the powerhead via the exhaust.<br /><br />Something that’s probably related is that when this engine is tilted up for a period (2-3 days), I have to lower the engine and wait 5 or 10 minutes before the engine will start. If I don't, and the engine finally does start, there is so much white/light gray smoke I can't even see the engine.<br /><br />Any thoughts on why the oil is accumulating in the engine?<br /><br />Thanks, Michaelb

 

[sloopy]

Re: oil dripping from engine

it would help to know the make, the horse power<br />the age the modle number and serial number and if it is a two stroke if it is a two stroke it souns normal

 

[michaelb]

Re: oil dripping from engine

1997<br />Mercury 175<br />oil injection<br />carbureted<br />model: 175 CXL (counter rotation)<br />serial: 0G559559<br /><br />Thanks

 

[icwebpeople]

Re: oil dripping from engine

float may be stuck. also unhook fuel line from the tank when not in use. fuel expands,causing preasure

 

[sloopy]

Re: oil dripping from engine

I think it is unburned oil

 

[michaelb]

Re: oil dripping from engine

I agree with the unburned oil. That is what it appears to be. Any ideas on how I can stop this problem? It only occurs on one engine as the other is fine. The oil drip does bother me, but the hard starting is a pain.<br /><br />Thanks, Michaelb