oil leaking from outdrive

[samuelj]

near the end of the season i noticed oil leaking from the outdrive.It was coming out around the bearing carrier around the propeller shaft.Leaking alot!this was after sitting a week since the last time out.Does this sound like it might be just the seals or something more serious?

 

[plywoody]

Re: oil leaking from outdrive

Is this a question? Yes you should fix it before using it further. Much damage can be done if water gets in, and water will get in if oil can get out. <br /><br />Get a manual and follow instructions. If it were me, I would plan on replacing all exposed seals at a minimun. Drain the remaining oil, and see how much water might be in it, and whether there is evidence of metal shavings, etc. or other signs of apparent damage.<br /><br />Good Luck.

 

[tomdel]

Re: oil leaking from outdrive

It could be both. If it is old and does not get a lot of use , yes it could be just the seal.<br />But of you hit something of someone backed in to it while it was out of the water, the shaft could be bent and not giving you a good enough seal arounfd the shaft. Look at the prop, does it look like it has been hit or something.

 

[geriksen]

Re: oil leaking from outdrive

Sounds like a propshaft seal. could be full of fishing line. check for a bent shaft. If it is a Bravo drive the oil drain plug is in there and could be loose or missing a gasket. You will want to fix this before you run the boat again for sure.