Fluid leaking around prop shaft

[Buzzy]

I have a 1972 100hp Evinrude w/ hydro-electric lower unit. filled up the L/U with type C fluid ran it on muffs had fluid come out around prop shaft. Can this be fixed from the prop side or do I have to break the L/U down and change internally thanks

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Fluid leaking around prop shaft

rebuild.

 

[Buzzy]

Re: Fluid leaking around prop shaft

thanks that is what i thought. is it a garage fix or should it be done profsionally? Bearings need to be pressed on?

 

[Barnacle_Bill]

Re: Fluid leaking around prop shaft

If you haven't got one you need to get a manual to do that. You do not want to cut the wires going to the shift solenoids.

 

[Buzzy]

Re: Fluid leaking around prop shaft

thanks I think I have a lead on a replacment working fine top end of motor is gone price is right also Free!!!!

 

[Lodgepole]

Re: Fluid leaking around prop shaft

Don't take it for granted the L/U is ready to go. The engine may have crashed because of a shot water pump. Check everything out before you install.

 

[Buzzy]

Re: Fluid leaking around prop shaft

New impeller is on its way. Bench tested the lower unit this afternoon shifting fine thanks Buzzy