Water in Gear Oil question

[pokman]

I have a 94 merc outboard, Dropped the oil and there was a little clear water at first. So I replaced it and and ran it again, dropped the oil this time a little tiny bit of milky looking oil. Took it to the shop they pressure and vac tested lower unit-came back fine no leaks. n Any ideas of what to look for next, I am going to run it friday and drop the oil again to see what hppens. Thanks in advance

 

[BassnKY]

Re: Water in Gear Oil question

If the oil looked milky, you are definitely getting water in. Running it with water in the oil is risky.

Have you checked the rear seal? Take the prop off and check for foreign material around the shaft. Fishing line will eat up a seal in no time.

 

[pokman]

Re: Water in Gear Oil question

Yep took the prop off and looked for fishing line and didn't see anything. I put new washers in the fill, vent and check holes. Shop said everything looked great and to check it right away again, hopefully no water after this.