Question On Lower Unit Damage

[Xpressjon]

I had the lower unit on my 25 hp merc. burn up due to lack of gear oil. I service it myself and had about 8 outings since I replaced the gear oil. It did not leak from the side gear ports. There was no oil in the lower unit case at all. There was alot of fishing line on the prop shaft. My insurance company refused to pay because there was no water in the gear case and the gears were burned. The question is_Is it possible for fishing line to let the gear oil out of the lower unit without letting any water in? I trailer my boat so it's only in the water when running.

 

[j_martin]

Re: Question On Lower Unit Damage

I can read with my bifocals.
My hearing aids work fine.
I chew steak with my new dentures,
But Oh, I miss my mind.

You forgot the oil.


hope it helps
John

 

[Xpressjon]

Re: Question On Lower Unit Damage

I didn't forget the oil. So is it possible to leak out without getting any water in the gear case?

 

[ddennis]

Re: Question On Lower Unit Damage

If the oil came out..something had to go back in its place. If the oil came out..water can get back in. Seals DON'T fail in one direction. It should have had water in it if the seal failed. Have the lower unit pressure tested. That will reveal all. If it passes the pressure test then you forgot the oil, if it fails..you didn't and you have a bad seal.

 

[DRIFTER_016]

Re: Question On Lower Unit Damage

Or someone of questionable parentage drained the oil on you.